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The 2016 Oath of the Gatewatch Meandering River foil card, an uncommon land that provides flexible white and blue mana for your Magic: The Gathering decks.

Meandering River

2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Oath of the Gatewatch

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Product Overview

Description

Meandering River card number 173 from the 2016 Oath of the Gatewatch expansion serves as a reliable resource source in Magic: The Gathering gameplay. As an uncommon land, this foil version of the card brings a distinct visual appeal to any collection while maintaining its functional utility at the tabletop. The card allows players to generate either white or blue mana, making it a versatile component for decks that utilize those colors. Meandering River fits seamlessly into this thematic context, representing the natural landscapes that surround the story's events. Collectors often seek out foil variants of basic and uncommon lands to complete their set collections or to enhance the aesthetic quality of their physical holdings. The foil treatment adds a shimmering texture that stands out during play and display. For investors and serious hobbyists, cards from this era are valued for their role in the game's history and their potential for future appreciation. While Meandering River is not a rare chase card, the combination of the Oath of the Gatewatch brand and the foil finish makes it a desirable item for completists. Whether you are building a deck for casual play or expanding your catalog of foil lands, this card represents a solid addition to any assemblage. The card's simplicity in design belies its importance in gameplay mechanics. It enters the battlefield tapped, requiring strategic planning for its first turn, but offers consistent mana production thereafter. This balance of accessibility and function is characteristic of the uncommon rarity tier, making it a staple for many players. By acquiring this foil version, you secure a piece of the 2016 release that is both visually striking and mechanically sound.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2016

Series

Oath of the Gatewatch

Card Number

#173

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Uncommon

Artist

Cliff Childs

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Type

Land

Card Text

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This land enters tapped. {T}: Add {W} or {U}.

The river split into many channels as it flowed to the Halimar Sea. Few travelers could follow the same one twice.

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FAQ

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What type of card is Meandering River in Magic: The Gathering?

Meandering River is a Land card from the Oath of the Gatewatch set. It is classified as an Uncommon rarity and features a foil finish in this variation.

How does Meandering River work in gameplay?

This land enters the battlefield tapped. When tapped, it produces either one white mana or one blue mana, providing flexible color options for spells and abilities.

What is the significance of the Oath of the Gatewatch set?

Released in 2016, Oath of the Gatewatch is a core expansion in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. It continues the storyline of the Gatewatch planeswalkers defending the plane of Ravnica.

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