Alma
@almaveen.bsky.social
Dutch Magic Vorthos. Here for #Vorthos stuff first and foremost.
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Thrift shop worker. She/her.
Lowlander format microblog: https://twotwo.bearblog.dev/
Tuesday 25 November #mtg1997calendar
Sylvan Library
"Engraved in living wood, the information contained within these well-guarded sanctuaries spans the ages, dating back to before the birth of the great oaks planted by the elves centuries ago."
Sylvan Library
"Engraved in living wood, the information contained within these well-guarded sanctuaries spans the ages, dating back to before the birth of the great oaks planted by the elves centuries ago."
November 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Tuesday 25 November #mtg1997calendar
Sylvan Library
"Engraved in living wood, the information contained within these well-guarded sanctuaries spans the ages, dating back to before the birth of the great oaks planted by the elves centuries ago."
Sylvan Library
"Engraved in living wood, the information contained within these well-guarded sanctuaries spans the ages, dating back to before the birth of the great oaks planted by the elves centuries ago."
Monday 24 November #mtg1997calendar
Norritt
"Norritt, nicknamed “Ig”, has a cute trick: Turn it blue with a Thoughtlace and then tap it infinitely to untap itself. It’s also wonderful combined with Zuran Spellcasters or for untapping big creatures."
Norritt
"Norritt, nicknamed “Ig”, has a cute trick: Turn it blue with a Thoughtlace and then tap it infinitely to untap itself. It’s also wonderful combined with Zuran Spellcasters or for untapping big creatures."
November 24, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Monday 24 November #mtg1997calendar
Norritt
"Norritt, nicknamed “Ig”, has a cute trick: Turn it blue with a Thoughtlace and then tap it infinitely to untap itself. It’s also wonderful combined with Zuran Spellcasters or for untapping big creatures."
Norritt
"Norritt, nicknamed “Ig”, has a cute trick: Turn it blue with a Thoughtlace and then tap it infinitely to untap itself. It’s also wonderful combined with Zuran Spellcasters or for untapping big creatures."
Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 November #mtg1997calendar
Venom
"This piece is one of the few Tom has painted for Magic cards without using any airbrush techniques. It is done entirely with watercolors and colored pencil."
Venom
"This piece is one of the few Tom has painted for Magic cards without using any airbrush techniques. It is done entirely with watercolors and colored pencil."
November 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 November #mtg1997calendar
Venom
"This piece is one of the few Tom has painted for Magic cards without using any airbrush techniques. It is done entirely with watercolors and colored pencil."
Venom
"This piece is one of the few Tom has painted for Magic cards without using any airbrush techniques. It is done entirely with watercolors and colored pencil."
New #vorthos book project. This collects all Arcana articles wizards published in 2002. My main focus here was to get more comfortable with typesetting.
November 21, 2025 at 4:14 PM
New #vorthos book project. This collects all Arcana articles wizards published in 2002. My main focus here was to get more comfortable with typesetting.
Friday 21 November #mtg1997calendar
Zelyon Sword
"Those who are lucky enough to possess a Zelyon sword are said to have a blade sharper than one even Tawnos himself could have produced."
Zelyon Sword
"Those who are lucky enough to possess a Zelyon sword are said to have a blade sharper than one even Tawnos himself could have produced."
November 21, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Friday 21 November #mtg1997calendar
Zelyon Sword
"Those who are lucky enough to possess a Zelyon sword are said to have a blade sharper than one even Tawnos himself could have produced."
Zelyon Sword
"Those who are lucky enough to possess a Zelyon sword are said to have a blade sharper than one even Tawnos himself could have produced."
Thursday 20 November #mtg1997calendar
Woolly Mammoths
"Most comfortable moving their great bulk through snow and ice, woolly mammoths would quickly become overheated – even in the coldest weather – without the melting snow to cool their bodies."
Woolly Mammoths
"Most comfortable moving their great bulk through snow and ice, woolly mammoths would quickly become overheated – even in the coldest weather – without the melting snow to cool their bodies."
November 20, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Thursday 20 November #mtg1997calendar
Woolly Mammoths
"Most comfortable moving their great bulk through snow and ice, woolly mammoths would quickly become overheated – even in the coldest weather – without the melting snow to cool their bodies."
Woolly Mammoths
"Most comfortable moving their great bulk through snow and ice, woolly mammoths would quickly become overheated – even in the coldest weather – without the melting snow to cool their bodies."
Wednesday 19 November #mtg1997calendar
Hyalopterous Lemure
"If you ever need the Lemure’s power to be lower than 3 – to make it unblockable with Dwarven Warriors for example – you can activate its flying ability multiple times to drop its power as low as necessary."
Hyalopterous Lemure
"If you ever need the Lemure’s power to be lower than 3 – to make it unblockable with Dwarven Warriors for example – you can activate its flying ability multiple times to drop its power as low as necessary."
November 19, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Wednesday 19 November #mtg1997calendar
Hyalopterous Lemure
"If you ever need the Lemure’s power to be lower than 3 – to make it unblockable with Dwarven Warriors for example – you can activate its flying ability multiple times to drop its power as low as necessary."
Hyalopterous Lemure
"If you ever need the Lemure’s power to be lower than 3 – to make it unblockable with Dwarven Warriors for example – you can activate its flying ability multiple times to drop its power as low as necessary."
Tuesday 18 November #mtg1997calendar
Samite Alchemist
"Scientists by nature and healers by trade, the Samite alchemists are known for their powerful healing potions and their use of specially bred, poison-draining leeches."
Samite Alchemist
"Scientists by nature and healers by trade, the Samite alchemists are known for their powerful healing potions and their use of specially bred, poison-draining leeches."
November 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Tuesday 18 November #mtg1997calendar
Samite Alchemist
"Scientists by nature and healers by trade, the Samite alchemists are known for their powerful healing potions and their use of specially bred, poison-draining leeches."
Samite Alchemist
"Scientists by nature and healers by trade, the Samite alchemists are known for their powerful healing potions and their use of specially bred, poison-draining leeches."
Monday 17 November #mtg1997calendar
Serra Angel
"The Serra Angel’s ability to attack without tapping, which allows it to be used both on attack and defense on each turn, makes this creature card one of the most powerful in the game of Magic."
Serra Angel
"The Serra Angel’s ability to attack without tapping, which allows it to be used both on attack and defense on each turn, makes this creature card one of the most powerful in the game of Magic."
November 17, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Monday 17 November #mtg1997calendar
Serra Angel
"The Serra Angel’s ability to attack without tapping, which allows it to be used both on attack and defense on each turn, makes this creature card one of the most powerful in the game of Magic."
Serra Angel
"The Serra Angel’s ability to attack without tapping, which allows it to be used both on attack and defense on each turn, makes this creature card one of the most powerful in the game of Magic."
Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 November #mtg1997calendar
Circle of Protection: Green
“In this illustration, I tried to convey two forms of magic, red and green, in a natural design.” –Sandra Everingham
Circle of Protection: Green
“In this illustration, I tried to convey two forms of magic, red and green, in a natural design.” –Sandra Everingham
November 15, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 November #mtg1997calendar
Circle of Protection: Green
“In this illustration, I tried to convey two forms of magic, red and green, in a natural design.” –Sandra Everingham
Circle of Protection: Green
“In this illustration, I tried to convey two forms of magic, red and green, in a natural design.” –Sandra Everingham
Friday 14 November #mtg1997calendar
Urza’s Tower
"During the Brothers’ War on ancient Terisiare, Urza constructed numerous towers dedicated to the production of artifacts as well as the mana required to power them."
Urza’s Tower
"During the Brothers’ War on ancient Terisiare, Urza constructed numerous towers dedicated to the production of artifacts as well as the mana required to power them."
November 14, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Friday 14 November #mtg1997calendar
Urza’s Tower
"During the Brothers’ War on ancient Terisiare, Urza constructed numerous towers dedicated to the production of artifacts as well as the mana required to power them."
Urza’s Tower
"During the Brothers’ War on ancient Terisiare, Urza constructed numerous towers dedicated to the production of artifacts as well as the mana required to power them."
Thursday 13 November #mtg1997calendar
Sol’kanar the Swamp King
"Ruler of a Fallen Empire, Sol’kanar is said to have been one of the mightiest warriors on Dominaria, unbeatable in hand-to-hand combat."
Sol’kanar the Swamp King
"Ruler of a Fallen Empire, Sol’kanar is said to have been one of the mightiest warriors on Dominaria, unbeatable in hand-to-hand combat."
November 13, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Thursday 13 November #mtg1997calendar
Sol’kanar the Swamp King
"Ruler of a Fallen Empire, Sol’kanar is said to have been one of the mightiest warriors on Dominaria, unbeatable in hand-to-hand combat."
Sol’kanar the Swamp King
"Ruler of a Fallen Empire, Sol’kanar is said to have been one of the mightiest warriors on Dominaria, unbeatable in hand-to-hand combat."
Wednesday 12 November #mtg1997calendar
Goblin Snowman
"Play this card with some Goblin Kings to protect the Snowman from the Prodigal Sorcerer, and you’ll have a very effective blocker. Just be careful of tramplers, as the Snowman’s special ability makes it particularly vulnerable."
Goblin Snowman
"Play this card with some Goblin Kings to protect the Snowman from the Prodigal Sorcerer, and you’ll have a very effective blocker. Just be careful of tramplers, as the Snowman’s special ability makes it particularly vulnerable."
November 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Wednesday 12 November #mtg1997calendar
Goblin Snowman
"Play this card with some Goblin Kings to protect the Snowman from the Prodigal Sorcerer, and you’ll have a very effective blocker. Just be careful of tramplers, as the Snowman’s special ability makes it particularly vulnerable."
Goblin Snowman
"Play this card with some Goblin Kings to protect the Snowman from the Prodigal Sorcerer, and you’ll have a very effective blocker. Just be careful of tramplers, as the Snowman’s special ability makes it particularly vulnerable."
Tuesday 11November #mtg1997calendar
Zephyr Falcon
"Myth and stories tell of these legendary bird, forever flying in the cold skies of Dominaria, conversing with the spirits of the win and dancing with the maidens of the sun."
Zephyr Falcon
"Myth and stories tell of these legendary bird, forever flying in the cold skies of Dominaria, conversing with the spirits of the win and dancing with the maidens of the sun."
November 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Tuesday 11November #mtg1997calendar
Zephyr Falcon
"Myth and stories tell of these legendary bird, forever flying in the cold skies of Dominaria, conversing with the spirits of the win and dancing with the maidens of the sun."
Zephyr Falcon
"Myth and stories tell of these legendary bird, forever flying in the cold skies of Dominaria, conversing with the spirits of the win and dancing with the maidens of the sun."
Monday 10 November #mtg1997calendar
Mystic Might
"By having Ley Druids or some other means of untapping your land at the ready, you can make the smallest attacking or blocking creature a sizable threat to your opponent."
Mystic Might
"By having Ley Druids or some other means of untapping your land at the ready, you can make the smallest attacking or blocking creature a sizable threat to your opponent."
November 10, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Monday 10 November #mtg1997calendar
Mystic Might
"By having Ley Druids or some other means of untapping your land at the ready, you can make the smallest attacking or blocking creature a sizable threat to your opponent."
Mystic Might
"By having Ley Druids or some other means of untapping your land at the ready, you can make the smallest attacking or blocking creature a sizable threat to your opponent."
Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 November
Stench of Evil
“I’d hate to be there – and if I were, I’d want some good hip waders and noseplugs. If humans aren’t careful, the earth could end up like this.” –Mark Tedin
Stench of Evil
“I’d hate to be there – and if I were, I’d want some good hip waders and noseplugs. If humans aren’t careful, the earth could end up like this.” –Mark Tedin
November 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 November
Stench of Evil
“I’d hate to be there – and if I were, I’d want some good hip waders and noseplugs. If humans aren’t careful, the earth could end up like this.” –Mark Tedin
Stench of Evil
“I’d hate to be there – and if I were, I’d want some good hip waders and noseplugs. If humans aren’t careful, the earth could end up like this.” –Mark Tedin
Friday 7 November #mtg197calendar
Icatian Scout
"These heroic scouts overcame many obstacles to keep their home sage from its enemies. Unfortunately, the biggest threat to Icatia would come not from outside its walls, but from within."
Icatian Scout
"These heroic scouts overcame many obstacles to keep their home sage from its enemies. Unfortunately, the biggest threat to Icatia would come not from outside its walls, but from within."
November 7, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Friday 7 November #mtg197calendar
Icatian Scout
"These heroic scouts overcame many obstacles to keep their home sage from its enemies. Unfortunately, the biggest threat to Icatia would come not from outside its walls, but from within."
Icatian Scout
"These heroic scouts overcame many obstacles to keep their home sage from its enemies. Unfortunately, the biggest threat to Icatia would come not from outside its walls, but from within."
Thursday 6 November #mtg199calendar
Wall of Shields
"More an alarm than a device of war, the cacophonous noise created when this wall is pushed over is enough to alert the most scatterbrained guard."
Wall of Shields
"More an alarm than a device of war, the cacophonous noise created when this wall is pushed over is enough to alert the most scatterbrained guard."
November 6, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Thursday 6 November #mtg199calendar
Wall of Shields
"More an alarm than a device of war, the cacophonous noise created when this wall is pushed over is enough to alert the most scatterbrained guard."
Wall of Shields
"More an alarm than a device of war, the cacophonous noise created when this wall is pushed over is enough to alert the most scatterbrained guard."
Wednesday 5 November #mtg1997calendar
Goblin Mutant
"The cost-efficient Goblin Mutant is quite effective – it does require some assistance from other cards (like Word of Binding or Icy Manipulator) to overcome its handicap, but its trample and goblin status compensate for this inconvenience."
Goblin Mutant
"The cost-efficient Goblin Mutant is quite effective – it does require some assistance from other cards (like Word of Binding or Icy Manipulator) to overcome its handicap, but its trample and goblin status compensate for this inconvenience."
November 5, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Wednesday 5 November #mtg1997calendar
Goblin Mutant
"The cost-efficient Goblin Mutant is quite effective – it does require some assistance from other cards (like Word of Binding or Icy Manipulator) to overcome its handicap, but its trample and goblin status compensate for this inconvenience."
Goblin Mutant
"The cost-efficient Goblin Mutant is quite effective – it does require some assistance from other cards (like Word of Binding or Icy Manipulator) to overcome its handicap, but its trample and goblin status compensate for this inconvenience."
Tuesday 4 November #mtg1997calendar
Rubinia Soulsinger
"By speaking truth and wisdom, Rubinia had the power to sway others and the integrity to know what was right, even in the face of adversity. The coldest warrior would readily join her cause."
Rubinia Soulsinger
"By speaking truth and wisdom, Rubinia had the power to sway others and the integrity to know what was right, even in the face of adversity. The coldest warrior would readily join her cause."
November 4, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Tuesday 4 November #mtg1997calendar
Rubinia Soulsinger
"By speaking truth and wisdom, Rubinia had the power to sway others and the integrity to know what was right, even in the face of adversity. The coldest warrior would readily join her cause."
Rubinia Soulsinger
"By speaking truth and wisdom, Rubinia had the power to sway others and the integrity to know what was right, even in the face of adversity. The coldest warrior would readily join her cause."
Monday 3 November #mtg1997calendar
Drudge Skeletons
"Drudge Skeletons, which provides regenerating defense against large creatures, is a favorite of many players. There is also an enchantment in Homelands that allows you to build Drudge Skeletons from your very own graveyard!"
Drudge Skeletons
"Drudge Skeletons, which provides regenerating defense against large creatures, is a favorite of many players. There is also an enchantment in Homelands that allows you to build Drudge Skeletons from your very own graveyard!"
November 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Monday 3 November #mtg1997calendar
Drudge Skeletons
"Drudge Skeletons, which provides regenerating defense against large creatures, is a favorite of many players. There is also an enchantment in Homelands that allows you to build Drudge Skeletons from your very own graveyard!"
Drudge Skeletons
"Drudge Skeletons, which provides regenerating defense against large creatures, is a favorite of many players. There is also an enchantment in Homelands that allows you to build Drudge Skeletons from your very own graveyard!"
Saturday 1 & Sunday 2 October #mtg1997calendar
War Barge
“Men-at-arms move ashore to the beat of a war drum during a nighttime landing. The barge commander waits for his troops to secure the beachhead before stepping ashore.” –Tom Wänerstrand
War Barge
“Men-at-arms move ashore to the beat of a war drum during a nighttime landing. The barge commander waits for his troops to secure the beachhead before stepping ashore.” –Tom Wänerstrand
November 1, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Saturday 1 & Sunday 2 October #mtg1997calendar
War Barge
“Men-at-arms move ashore to the beat of a war drum during a nighttime landing. The barge commander waits for his troops to secure the beachhead before stepping ashore.” –Tom Wänerstrand
War Barge
“Men-at-arms move ashore to the beat of a war drum during a nighttime landing. The barge commander waits for his troops to secure the beachhead before stepping ashore.” –Tom Wänerstrand
Friday 31 October #mtg1997calendar
Urza’s Mine
"Deep beneath the surface lay mineral resources that were dangerous and expensive to mine. Using ingenious devices, Urza retrieved these buried treasures to fuel his artificing and to further his plans for war."
Urza’s Mine
"Deep beneath the surface lay mineral resources that were dangerous and expensive to mine. Using ingenious devices, Urza retrieved these buried treasures to fuel his artificing and to further his plans for war."
October 31, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Friday 31 October #mtg1997calendar
Urza’s Mine
"Deep beneath the surface lay mineral resources that were dangerous and expensive to mine. Using ingenious devices, Urza retrieved these buried treasures to fuel his artificing and to further his plans for war."
Urza’s Mine
"Deep beneath the surface lay mineral resources that were dangerous and expensive to mine. Using ingenious devices, Urza retrieved these buried treasures to fuel his artificing and to further his plans for war."
Thursday 30 October #mtg1997calendar
Recall
"With a pinch of sand and a draught of mana, wizards in Dominaria can bring forth the dead, recover what has been lost, and find that which was misplaced long ago."
Recall
"With a pinch of sand and a draught of mana, wizards in Dominaria can bring forth the dead, recover what has been lost, and find that which was misplaced long ago."
October 30, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Thursday 30 October #mtg1997calendar
Recall
"With a pinch of sand and a draught of mana, wizards in Dominaria can bring forth the dead, recover what has been lost, and find that which was misplaced long ago."
Recall
"With a pinch of sand and a draught of mana, wizards in Dominaria can bring forth the dead, recover what has been lost, and find that which was misplaced long ago."
Wednesday 29 October #mtg1997calendar
Folk of The Pines
"In a strong green deck, play these folk with Llanowar Elves, Wild Growth, Aspect of Wold, and Craw Wurm to really go after your opponent."
Folk of The Pines
"In a strong green deck, play these folk with Llanowar Elves, Wild Growth, Aspect of Wold, and Craw Wurm to really go after your opponent."
October 29, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Wednesday 29 October #mtg1997calendar
Folk of The Pines
"In a strong green deck, play these folk with Llanowar Elves, Wild Growth, Aspect of Wold, and Craw Wurm to really go after your opponent."
Folk of The Pines
"In a strong green deck, play these folk with Llanowar Elves, Wild Growth, Aspect of Wold, and Craw Wurm to really go after your opponent."