Borne Upon a Wind is a rare Instant card from the 2023 Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion in Magic: The Gathering. Card number 44, this spell allows you to cast spells with flash and draw a card.
Borne Upon a Wind
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
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Description
Borne Upon a Wind is a rare Instant card from the 2023 Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion in Magic: The Gathering. Identified as card number 44, this spell offers a versatile effect for players seeking strategic flexibility in their decks. The card requires two mana to cast and features a blue color identity, making it a staple for blue-based strategies. The gameplay effect of Borne Upon a Wind is straightforward yet powerful. It allows you to cast spells this turn as though they had flash, enabling instant-speed interactions that can disrupt opponents or protect your own plays. Additionally, the card lets you draw a card, helping to maintain hand advantage and resource management. This combination of flexibility and card advantage makes it a valuable tool for collectors and players alike. The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set brings the epic fantasy world of J.R.R. Tolkien to the Magic: The Gathering universe. Each card in this expansion captures the essence of the lore, with Borne Upon a Wind featuring flavor text from Legolas that reflects on Aragorn's potential. The card is illustrated by Alexander Mokhov, whose artwork complements the thematic depth of the set. For collectors, Borne Upon a Wind represents a unique piece of crossover merchandise that blends two beloved franchises. Its rarity and distinctive design make it a sought-after item for those who appreciate the intersection of tabletop gaming and fantasy literature. Whether you are building a themed collection or simply admiring the art, this card stands out as a notable entry in the 2023 release. The catalog includes a diverse selection of cards from this and other expansions, catering to the varied interests of the hobbyist community.
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Card Details
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Borne Upon a Wind
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Alexander Mokhov
Card Stock
English
{1}{U}
Instant
U
Card Text
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You may cast spells this turn as though they had flash. Draw a card.
"I looked on Aragorn and thought how great and terrible a Lord he might have become, had he taken the Ring for himself. Not for naught does Mordor fear him." —Legolas
FAQ
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What is the mana cost of Borne Upon a Wind?
The mana cost for Borne Upon a Wind is one blue mana and one generic mana, totaling two mana. This makes it an affordable option for casting during the early turns of a game.
What does Borne Upon a Wind do in gameplay?
This Instant card allows you to cast spells with flash this turn and draw a card. It provides both defensive flexibility and card advantage, making it useful in various strategic scenarios.
Who illustrated the Borne Upon a Wind card?
The card was illustrated by Alexander Mokhov, whose artwork is part of the visual storytelling in the Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion.
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