“"I always thought the great insects of Tazeem were frightening until I saw the Eldrazi. Now I welcome the sight of mantises perched in the treetops." —Ryza, Oran-Rief scout”
Giant Mantis - Battle for Zendikar (#173) - Illustrated by Lake Hurwitz - Magic: The Gathering Card
Reach

Giant Mantis

Card Rules and Details

Card Type: Creature — Insect

Mana Cost: {3}{G}

Oracle Rules Text: Reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.)

Flavor Text: "I always thought the great insects of Tazeem were frightening until I saw the Eldrazi. Now I welcome the sight of mantises perched in the treetops." —Ryza, Oran-Rief scout

Set: Battle for Zendikar (#173), Rarity: Common, Artist: Lake Hurwitz

Creature Green Common
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Historical Printings & Sets (1)
1 Languages
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1 Printing
Thumbnail Set Name Code Rarity Artist Released
Giant Mantis - Battle for Zendikar MTG card scan Giant Mantis Battle for Zendikar Viewing BFZ Common Lake Hurwitz 2015-10-02

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