The Roiling Waters foil card from Magic: The Gathering's 2016 Oath of the Gatewatch set. This Uncommon sorcery, card #62, is a powerful blue spell for collectors and players.
Roiling Waters
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Oath of the Gatewatch
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The Roiling Waters card is a distinct Uncommon sorcery from the Oath of the Gatewatch expansion, released by Wizards of the Coast in 2016. Identified as card number 62 in the set, this Magic: The Gathering trading card features a striking foil finish that catches the light, making it a visually appealing addition to any collector’s binder or deck box. The card’s design includes artwork by David Gaillet, whose illustration complements the card’s thematic elements within the Magic universe. In gameplay, Roiling Waters serves as a potent blue sorcery with a mana cost of five generic and two blue mana, totaling a mana value of seven. The card’s effect allows a player to return up to two target creatures their opponents control to their owners' hands, providing a significant board wipe option. Simultaneously, the target player draws two cards, offering both defensive disruption and card advantage. This dual effect makes the card a versatile tool in competitive and casual formats alike. Collectors often seek out the foil version of Roiling Waters for its aesthetic appeal and its status as an Uncommon rarity within the Oath of the Gatewatch set. The foil treatment adds a layer of premium quality, distinguishing it from the non-foil common and uncommon cards. For those building a complete set, this card represents an essential piece of the OGW collection. Its design and mechanics reflect the strategic depth and thematic richness that Magic: The Gathering is known for. Whether you are a seasoned player looking to enhance your deck’s removal options or a collector aiming to complete your Oath of the Gatewatch foil collection, the Roiling Waters foil card offers both functional and aesthetic value. Its place in the Magic: The Gathering canon ensures it remains a relevant and sought-after item for enthusiasts of the game.
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Roiling Waters
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
David Gaillet
Card Stock
English
Foil
{5}{U}{U}
Sorcery
U
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Return up to two target creatures your opponents control to their owners' hands. Target player draws two cards.
"The Roil may be unpredictable, but it is not uncontrollable." —Noyan Dar, Tazeem roilmage






