Command the Tides with The Water Crystal
The Water Crystal stands as a pivotal Legendary Artifact from the Universes Beyond: FINAL FANTASY set, reinforcing control decks that lean heavily on blue spells. Its primary ability reduces the cost of your blue spells by one mana, allowing for smoother, more efficient plays that can decisively shift the tempo in your favor. The synergy here is clear: the less mana spent, the more reactive and adaptable your strategy becomes, especially when timing countermagic or card draw.
Beyond mana efficiency, The Water Crystal adds a strategic milling dimension. Should your opponent attempt to mill cards, the effect intensifies, forcing them to discard an additional four cards. Additionally, by paying mana and tapping the artifact, you can mill your opponent’s library based on your hand size, a mechanic that rewards careful resource management. This card's Near Mint Foil borderless presentation highlights its significance, making it a prized piece for both collectors and competitive players alike.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {2}{U}{U}
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Card Type: Legendary Artifact
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Subtypes: None
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Card Text: Blue spells you cast cost {1} less to cast.
If an opponent would mill one or more cards, they mill that many cards plus four instead.
{4}{U}{U}, {T}: Each opponent mills cards equal to the number of cards in your hand.
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Power / Toughness: N/A
