Nissa, Vastwood Seer // Nissa, Sage Animist

Description

This Magic: The Gathering trading card, designated as number 189, was released as part of the San Diego Comic-Con 2015 series. It features the dual-faced legendary creature Nissa, Vastwood Seer // Nissa, Sage Animist, a three-mana Elf Scout with two power and two toughness. The card is printed in foil finish and holds mythic rare status within the PS15 set code distribution. The gameplay centers on the card's transformative nature. When Nissa enters the battlefield, the controller may search their library for a basic Forest card, reveal it, and add it to their hand before shuffling. The card transforms when specific land conditions are met: if the player controls seven or more lands, any entering land causes Nissa to exile and return to the battlefield in her second face, Nissa, Sage Animist. This mechanic rewards land-heavy strategies by evolving the creature's presence. Wayne Reynolds created the artwork for this exclusive release, which remains a distinct entry in Magic history due to its limited convention distribution. Collectors interested in the San Diego Comic-Con 2015 series often look for this card to complete their set of convention exclusives. The foil treatment adds visual distinction to the mythic rare designation, making it a notable item for enthusiasts of the game's physical product history. The card serves as a tangible record of the 2015 event, preserving the design and rules text as originally printed for the PS15 series. Its unique transform mechanic and exclusive origin make it a distinct piece of the game's modern era.