Noxious Bayou, card number 118 from the 2021 Mystery Booster Playtest set. This rare Magic: The Gathering land card offers unique gameplay mechanics for serious collectors.
Noxious Bayou
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Mystery Booster Playtest Cards 2021
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Noxious Bayou stands out within the 2021 Mystery Booster Playtest series as a fascinating artifact of Magic: The Gathering design exploration. As card number 118 in the CMB2 set, this rare land card was created specifically to test experimental mechanics before official releases. Collectors interested in the evolution of TCG design will appreciate this glimpse into Wizards of the Coast's creative process. The card allows players to choose between black or green mana, but adds a poison counter to the player, creating a high-risk, high-reward dynamic. This unique cost structure highlights the innovative spirit behind the Mystery Booster Playtest initiative. Artists like James Rose contributed to this set, bringing distinct visual styles to these experimental cards. For investors and hobbyists building a diverse collection of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards, this piece represents a significant chapter in the game's history.
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Noxious Bayou
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Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
James Rose
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English
Land
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{T}: Add {B} or {G}. You get a poison counter.