Birds of Paradise is a rare 1-mana creature card from the 2005 Magic: The Gathering Ravnica: City of Guilds set, featuring artist Marcelo Vignali.
Birds of Paradise
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Ravnica: City of Guilds
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Description
Within this expansive world, Birds of Paradise serves as a foundational element for many strategies. As a rare card with the identifier 153, it stands out for its efficiency and utility. This card functions as a one-mana creature that provides immediate mana acceleration. Its ability allows a player to tap it to produce mana of any color, a flexibility that is highly prized across various deck types. This capability enables faster casting of expensive spells, making it a staple for builders looking to optimize their early game turns. The card’s design reflects the unique atmosphere of the Ravnica block. While the creature is a simple bird, the lore suggests a world where nature has been domesticated by the city's sprawling guilds. Collectors and players alike value this piece for its enduring mechanical relevance. Its low mana cost and high impact make it a key component in understanding the strategic depth of the Ravnica era. By focusing on the core attributes of the card, collectors can appreciate the design and strategic innovation that defined the 2005 release.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Birds of Paradise
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Marcelo Vignali
Card Stock
English
{G}
Creature — Bird
0 / 1
G
Card Text
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Flying {T}: Add one mana of any color.
Long ago, birds of paradise littered the skies. Thanks to the city's sprawl, most now exist as pets of society's elite.















