Elephant Grass (VIS-104) is an uncommon enchantment from Magic: The Gathering's 2022 The List series, featuring a unique cumulative upkeep mechanic.
Elephant Grass
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • The List
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Elephant Grass (card number VIS-104) is a distinct uncommon enchantment from the 2022 release of Magic: The Gathering's The List. This card introduces a strategic layer through its cumulative upkeep mechanic, requiring players to manage resource allocation carefully as age counters accumulate on the permanent. The card exerts control over the battlefield by restricting attacks from black creatures while imposing a significant cost on nonblack attackers, making it a versatile tool for defensive strategies. Designed by Tony Roberts, this card is part of The List, a special set that allows for the reprinting of older, popular cards with updated card numbers and treatment. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering, The List releases offer a unique opportunity to acquire reprints of beloved cards in a modern context. The VIS-104 designation helps organize these items within the broader catalog, aiding in the systematic collection and trading of these unique pieces. The List has become a significant part of the TCG landscape, bridging the gap between nostalgia and modern gameplay. Collectors often seek out these cards to complete specialized sets or to add depth to their existing collections. The enduring appeal of cards like Elephant Grass lies in their ability to provide new strategic options while maintaining the classic feel of the game. Whether you are a seasoned player looking to enhance your deck or a collector interested in the history of Magic: The Gathering, this card represents a valuable addition to any group. Understanding the mechanics and context of The List releases can greatly enhance the collecting experience, offering both gameplay utility and historical significance.
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Elephant Grass
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Tony Roberts
Card Stock
English
{G}
Enchantment
G
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Cumulative upkeep {1} (At the beginning of your upkeep, put an age counter on this permanent, then sacrifice it unless you pay its upkeep cost for each age counter on it.) Black creatures can't attack you. Nonblack creatures can't attack you unless their controller pays {2} for each creature they control that's attacking you.
"How have I angered nature that she would imprison me in a labyrinth of grass?" —Kasib ibn Naji, Letters
