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The 2022 Secret Lair Drop featuring Empress Galina, a rare Merfolk Noble from Magic: The Gathering. This card brings unique control mechanics to your collection.

Empress Galina

2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Secret Lair Drop

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Product Overview

Description

The 2022 Secret Lair Drop introduces Empress Galina as a Legendary Creature with the Merfolk Noble subtype in Magic: The Gathering. Identified by card number 9998, this release is classified as a Rare card within the SLD set code. Collectors appreciate this drop for its distinct design and the unique gameplay capabilities it offers to players of the trading card game. Empress Galina serves as a strategic asset with a mana cost of three generic mana and two blue mana, resulting in a mana value of five. As a one-of-a-kind legendary entity, she provides a powerful ability that allows a player to gain control of a target legendary permanent. This effect is indefinite, making the card a significant tool for long-term board control in competitive and casual play. The card's color identity is strictly blue, emphasizing its affinity for manipulation and control strategies. The Empress Galina card stands out due to its specific type line and rules text, which differentiates it from other Merfolk cards in the game's vast history. The artwork for this card was created by Matt Stewart, adding to the visual appeal that many collectors seek when acquiring Secret Lair products. Whether you are looking to expand your library of legendary creatures or add a unique control piece to your deck, this card represents a notable addition to any Magic: The Gathering enthusiast's inventory. The combination of its rare status, specific mana requirements, and powerful ability makes it a valuable component for serious collectors and players alike. Exploring the details of this card helps collectors understand its place within the broader ecosystem of the game and its potential utility in various formats.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2022

Series

Secret Lair Drop

Card Number

#9998

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Matt Stewart

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{3}{U}{U}

Type

Legendary Creature — Merfolk Noble

Power / Toughness

1 / 3

Color

U

Card Text

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{U}{U}, {T}: Gain control of target legendary permanent. (This effect lasts indefinitely.)

Few diplomats can resist the charm of Her Serene Highness's imperial seal.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana cost of Empress Galina?

The mana cost for Empress Galina is three generic mana and two blue mana, totaling a mana value of five. This cost reflects her power level as a legendary creature within the game.

What type of card is Empress Galina?

Empress Galina is a Legendary Creature with the subtypes Merfolk and Noble. She is a blue card, meaning she belongs to the blue color identity in Magic: The Gathering.

What ability does Empress Galina have?

Empress Galina has an activated ability that allows a player to gain control of a target legendary permanent indefinitely. This ability requires paying two blue mana and tapping the card.

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