The foil version of Overwhelm (#175) from the 2005 Magic: The Gathering Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion. This uncommon sorcery features a distinctive reflective finish.
Overwhelm
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Ravnica: City of Guilds
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Released in 2005 as part of the Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion, the Magic: The Gathering card Overwhelm (card number 175) is a pivotal uncommon sorcery in the game's history. Designed by Wayne Reynolds, this card features a foil treatment that distinguishes it within the set, appealing to collectors who value both gameplay utility and aesthetic finish. The card belongs to the green color identity and requires a mana cost of five generic and two green mana, reflecting its power level as a late-game board impact spell. Its mechanic, convoke, allows players to tap creatures to reduce casting costs, adding strategic depth to deck construction. For enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this release represents a key piece of the Ravnica block's legacy. The combination of the card's powerful effect and the foil finish makes it a notable target for set completionists and format players alike. Whether building a themed deck or expanding a comprehensive set, this card remains a staple for those who appreciate the intricate world-building and strategic complexity of the Ravnica setting.
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Overwhelm
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Wayne Reynolds
Card Stock
English
Foil
{5}{G}{G}
Sorcery
G
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Convoke (Your creatures can help cast this spell. Each creature you tap while casting this spell pays for {1} or one mana of that creature's color.) Creatures you control get +3/+3 until end of turn.
"Let the song of Selesnya be heard above the rhythm of our thundering hordes!"