The 2024 Sakura-Tribe Elder foil from Magic: The Gathering's Modern Horizons 3 Commander subset offers collectors a classic green snake shaman with essential utility.
2024 • Magic: The Gathering • Modern Horizons 3 • Commander
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The Sakura-Tribe Elder card from Modern Horizons 3 represents a pivotal moment for Magic: The Gathering players and collectors alike. Released in 2024 as part of the Commander subset, this foil version (card number 243, set code M3C) brings renewed attention to one of the game's most beloved creatures. As a green Creature — Snake Shaman with a mana cost of {1}{G} and a mana value of 2, the card provides immediate impact on the battlefield. Its primary ability allows a player to sacrifice the creature to search their library for a basic land card, put it onto the battlefield tapped, and then shuffle their library. This efficient land acceleration makes it a staple in many green-based decks. The foil finish adds a distinctive visual appeal, catching the light with a shimmering texture that distinguishes it from non-foil prints. Collected by enthusiasts who appreciate both gameplay utility and aesthetic quality, this card remains a favorite among those who value consistent resources in their strategy. The artwork, created by Anastasia Ovchinnikova, complements the card's identity as a fundamental piece of the game's ecosystem. Collecting the Sakura-Tribe Elder from Modern Horizons 3 is more than just adding a card to a binder; it is acquiring a piece of gaming history that bridges nostalgia with modern design.
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The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
The core identity of the card within the set.
Year
2024
Brand
Magic: The Gathering
Series
Modern Horizons 3
Subset
Commander
Subset Type
Subset
Card Number
#243
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Sakura-Tribe Elder
Game
Magic: The Gathering
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Common
Anastasia Ovchinnikova
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{G}
Creature — Snake Shaman
1 / 1
G
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Sacrifice this creature: Search your library for a basic land card, put that card onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle.
He'd chosen a sunlit clearing with open skies and an ample brook. All that remained was to find a worthy sapling.
FAQ
The Sakura-Tribe Elder allows you to sacrifice it to search your library for a basic land card, put that card onto the battlefield tapped, and then shuffle your library. This effect provides fast land acceleration, which is crucial for maintaining resource flow in many green-based strategies.
The specific foil version referenced here is from the Modern Horizons 3 Commander subset, released in 2024. It carries the card number 243 and the set code M3C. This release is part of the broader Modern Horizons series, which focuses on reprinting classic cards with new treatments for the modern format.
The Sakura-Tribe Elder is a Creature — Snake Shaman with a mana cost of {1}{G}. It has a power and toughness of 1/1. As a green card, it fits naturally into decks that prioritize land acceleration and ramp strategies.
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