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Collect the classic blue Enchantment Deep Water from Magic: The Gathering's 1994 The Dark set. Card number 23, illustrated by Jeff A. Menges.

Deep Water

1994 • Magic: The Gathering • The Dark

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Description

Deep Water is a foundational blue Enchantment from Magic: The Gathering’s 1994 The Dark expansion, identified as card number 23 in the set. Designed by Jeff A. Menges, this common card represents the strategic depth of early Magic design, offering players a reliable method to manipulate mana production. As a staple of the blue color identity, it allows controllers to convert any land’s mana output into blue mana for a single turn, providing crucial flexibility during gameplay. It serves as a versatile tool for mages seeking to stabilize their mana base or accelerate spell casting when resources are tight. Collectors often seek this card to complete their The Dark set builds, valuing its historical significance in the evolution of TCG mechanics. Whether you are a veteran collector preserving the history of the game or a new player exploring vintage cards, this release offers a tangible connection to the mid-90s trading card game boom. The card’s straightforward yet impactful effect makes it a favorite among enthusiasts who appreciate the strategic nuances of early Magic design. By acquiring this piece, collectors add a verified component of gaming history to their collection, ensuring their archive reflects the rich legacy of one of the most influential card games ever created.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

1994

Series

The Dark

Card Number

#23

Featured Subject

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Featured

Deep Water

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Jeff A. Menges

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{U}{U}

Type

Enchantment

Color

U

Card Text

Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.

{U}: Until end of turn, if you tap a land you control for mana, it produces {U} instead of any other type.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What set is Deep Water from?

Deep Water is card number 23 from Magic: The Gathering’s The Dark expansion, released in 1994. It is a common Enchantment in the blue color identity.

What does Deep Water do in gameplay?

Deep Water is an Enchantment that allows you to tap a land you control for mana, causing it to produce one blue mana instead of any other type until end of turn.

Who illustrated Deep Water?

The card was illustrated by Jeff A. Menges, an artist known for his work on early Magic: The Gathering cards.

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