Soar with Hermes, Overseer of Elpis
Hermes, Overseer of Elpis channels a strategic blend of spellcasting and board presence that suits decks built around noncreature spells and flying creatures. This Legendary Elder Wizard rewards players for casting instants and sorceries by populating the battlefield with 1/1 blue Bird tokens carrying flying and vigilance, providing both aerial offense and defense. The synergy between spellcasting and token generation helps maintain a steady board state that supports aggressive or control-oriented approaches.
Beyond token creation, Hermes also grants scrying whenever you attack with one or more Birds, enhancing your deck’s consistency by filtering draws. This effect works well in decks that take full advantage of evasion and card selection, making Hermes a valuable commander or key piece in a blue-focused spell-heavy strategy. The Extended Art treatment highlights Hermes in a serene landscape, reflecting his connection to foresight and the skies.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {3}{U}
- Card Type: Legendary Creature
- Subtypes: Elder Wizard
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Card Text: Whenever you cast a noncreature spell, create a 1/1 blue Bird creature token with flying and vigilance.
Whenever you attack with one or more Birds, scry 2. - Power / Toughness: 2 / 4