The 2020 Magic: The Gathering The List release featuring Lorthos, the Tidemaker (ZEN-53). This Mythic Rare legendary octopus creature commands attention with its formidable presence and strategic utility.
Lorthos, the Tidemaker
2020 • Magic: The Gathering • The List
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| Condition | Value | Comps | Source | Price Date |
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| Raw / Ungraded | $1.87Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $1.82 to $1.87 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 13, 2026: 2.7%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) | Source observation date unavailable |
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Description
Lorthos, the Tidemaker (ZEN-53) stands as a formidable presence in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Released in 2020 as part of The List series, this Mythic Rare legendary creature — Octopus brings a distinct strategic threat to the table. Designed by Kekai Kotaki, the card captures the essence of a powerful deepwater entity that dominates the battlefield with sheer force and control. As an eight-mana investment, Lorthos enters the game with an impressive 8/8 power and toughness, making it a durable anchor for any blue-based strategy. Its primary ability allows players to tap up to eight target permanents when it attacks, provided they can pay the eight-mana cost. This effect significantly disrupts opponents' plans by preventing those permanents from untapping during their next untap steps, effectively freezing key components of their board state. The card's design emphasizes its mythical nature, appealing to fans of creature-heavy decks and control strategies. Owning a copy of Lorthos, the Tidemaker offers a tangible piece of Magic's rich lore and mechanical depth, perfect for completionists or those who appreciate high-impact legendary creatures. Whether you are building a collection focused on legendary octopuses or seeking powerful Mythic Rare cards for your Magic: The Gathering collection, this release provides a compelling option. The List series continues to be a favorite among collectors for its curated selections and unique identifiers, making ZEN-53 a noteworthy addition to any serious collection. Explore the strategic possibilities and artistic interpretation of this deep-sea titan.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Lorthos, the Tidemaker
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Mythic Rare
Kekai Kotaki
Card Stock
English
{5}{U}{U}{U}
Legendary Creature — Octopus
8 / 8
U
Card Text
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Whenever Lorthos attacks, you may pay {8}. If you do, tap up to eight target permanents. Those permanents don't untap during their controllers' next untap steps.
When Lorthos emerges from his deepwater realm, the tides bow to his will and the coastline cowers in his presence.
