Bayou [Alpha Pop 25]

 


Grading

Overall       9.5 GEM MINT
Centering  9.5
Corners      9.5
Edges           9.5
Surface       9.5

Reference this fantastic alpha population report table from Joel Mick. 

Rarity & Collectability

The BGS population report shows that a total of 25 BGS 9.5's have been graded.  Of the 25, 7 are graded quad subscores or higher.  This particular copy is one of those graded quad with no noticeable flaws to the naked eye.

Impressions & Artwork

If I'm being honest, the first time I laid eyes on the Jesper's artwork for Bayou as a child, I didn't think much of it.  It reminded me of a wall of green and black tones with poor definition of definable objects.  The more I look at the painting now, the more I appreciate it.  There is an undeniable ominous feeling that it evokes, similar to being in a forest alone at night.  

Usage & Gameplay

This land allows a no downsides dual color mana source of green and black.  Yet another major upside is that it still counts as a swamp and forest, so is fetchable from the library.



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