The rare foil version of Once Upon a Time from the 2019 Magic: The Gathering Throne of Eldraine set, card number 169.
Once Upon a Time
2019 • Magic: The Gathering • Throne of Eldraine
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Description
Within this set, the card Once Upon a Time (card number 169) stands out as a powerful instant spell designed to accelerate gameplay. Illustrated by Matt Stewart, this rare foil card captures the whimsical yet strategic essence of the Eldraine block, offering collectors a visually striking addition to their portfolios. Once Upon a Time is an instant card with a mana cost of {1}{G} and a mana value of 2. Its primary effect allows players to look at the top five cards of their library, revealing a creature or land to add to their hand while shuffling the rest back into the library in a random order. This mechanic provides significant card advantage and resource acceleration, making it a staple in many competitive and casual decks. The card’s design emphasizes its rarity through a premium foil finish, which enhances its visual appeal and makes it a desirable item for set completionists. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out specific cards from the Throne of Eldraine set due to the set’s cohesive theme and high-quality production values. Once Upon a Time is particularly notable for its versatility and the iconic artwork by Matt Stewart, which brings the card’s fairy-tale narrative to life. Whether you are building a deck focused on early-game aggression or simply looking to expand your collection of rare foil cards, this card offers both strategic value and aesthetic beauty. Its status as a rare card within the ELD set ensures it remains a sought-after piece for enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
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Card Details
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Featured
Once Upon a Time
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Matt Stewart
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{G}
Instant
G
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If this spell is the first spell you've cast this game, you may cast it without paying its mana cost. Look at the top five cards of your library. You may reveal a creature or land card from among them and put it into your hand. Put the rest on the bottom of your library in a random order.






