Wielder of Water stakes its claim as the go-to surprise beater in any green tempo deck.
At 3 mana for a 2-power Ionia Unit, it brings an unexpected punch: attacking or defending alone turns this humble figure into a relentless tide, sweeping away blockers or shrugging off damage.
Gameplay / Cool Mechanics
Wielder of Water reads:
While I’m attacking or defending alone, I have +2|+0.
This simple boost transforms a 2/2 body into a 4/2 attacker or a 2/4 defender whenever it stands unaccompanied.
In a format where board-wide buffs and multi-unit trades dominate, a sudden lone strike from Wielder of Water can punch through and secure key damage or stall enemy aggression.
It rewards savvy positioning: bait trades with other units, then commit your Wielder solo to either end an attack or lock down a critical lane.
Visuals
The art captures that moment of elemental control with cinematic flair. Emerging from churning waves at sunset, the Wielder—staff raised—bends water into a spiraling loop at shoulder height.
The golden sky backlights his form, casting his muscles into bold relief and setting the water’s surface alight with coppery reflections.
His lower half merges seamlessly with the sea, as if he’s both man and current. A cluster of broken shells and coral adorns his waist, grounding him in Ionia’s coastal myths.
The painter’s brushwork—dynamic swirls of teal and burnt orange—gives the water a liquid motion that contrasts with the Wielder’s still, confident stance.
Every droplet and crest is caught mid-curve, echoing his unleashed strength.
Pull Rate & Value Speculation
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Set Code: OGN
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Card Number: 055/298
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Rarity: Common
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Foil Version: Included in Origins booster packs
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Alt Art / Overnumbered: No premium variant announced
As a common staple, Wielder of Water will be a first-pick in any draft seeking surprise damage or sturdy defense.
Its foil treatment highlights the sunset’s glow on cresting waves, making it a tasteful binder piece for collectors who favor elemental art.
In constructed play, expect it to slot into any green–Ionia shell that needs a sneaky tempo swing.
Wielder of Water’s blend of straightforward stats and dramatic art makes it more than just a filler drop.
Position it carefully, and it turns a stalled board into a decisive breakthrough—both in play and in your collection.
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