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I don't know if it was copied or not, but there's a typo/grammatical mistake in Great Image's reference. "It's" is "it is", so currently the last part of the verse says "and it is appearance was awesome"

I don't know if it was copied or not, but there's a typo/grammatical mistake in Great Image's reference. "It's" is "it is", so currently the last part of the verse says "and it is appearance was awesome"

To further correct this, I'm pretty sure "it's" means it is while "its" is the possessive.

Quote from: Master Q on February 16, 2019, 11:13:06 AM

^ That's actually a card whose original artwork I really like- one of the few from the oldest sets at all. Is it not conducive to the newer format?

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We really like the original piece as well. Unfortunately, despite multiple searches by our art experts and Rob himself we cannot find the original piece

Did anyone contact Michael Carroll?.... He's still alive.

Interesting idea--I found an artist by that name through a Google search, but can't really confirm if it's the same guy. He seems to be more known for space related illustrations. If anyone can figure out if that's him we could give it a shot.

Seems I got Mark Poole and Michael Carroll mixed up in my memory. Poole is a prolific MTG and fantasy artist. He did the art for OG Samson, Red Dragon and a number of other cards from the Blue packs and Prophets. I know Poole isn't super hard to get in contact with... but that's beside the point I guess.

I'll do some more googling tomorrow but it seems like our Mr.Carroll and space Mr.Carroll have a similar art style at least.

Interesting idea--I found an artist by that name through a Google search, but can't really confirm if it's the same guy. He seems to be more known for space related illustrations. If anyone can figure out if that's him we could give it a shot.

I sent this Michael Carroll a message asking if he was the same one or not. Of note, this Carroll who does space art has also illustrated Creation-related space books for kids, so it’s most likely the same Carroll. I’ll let everyone know if I hear back from him.

Good detective work to try to track down the original Great Image artwork, guys! Thanks for reaching out to him, Derek!

Glad to do my part. Doing detective work is my day job, afterall.

Quote from: The Guardian on February 16, 2019, 08:57:43 PM

These dudes have long been one of my favorite ECs... really looking forward to having a new look for them. 

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I like the new Astrologers. My only hiccup is the ability wording "and opponent must discard their card in territory" feels a little wonky. Maybe something like "and opponent must discard a card in their territory" or "and opponent must discard a card from their territory". It is just a feeling and I know it will go away. Otherwise, beautiful full art Legacy Rare.

Godspeed,
Mike

Good point, Mike. As it reads I could see it meaning that the opponent has to discard their card from your territory which is either confusing language or very different than the original Astrologers. I'll update the wording provided the other guys on the team agree.

Update to the Great Image artwork:

I received a reply and he is the same Michael Carroll who did the GI artwork. Unfortunately, he no longer has the original image. He stated, however, that perhaps he could do an updated one and requested Rob Anderson’s contact info, which I provided him with.

Update to the Great Image artwork:

I received a reply and he is the same Michael Carroll who did the GI artwork. Unfortunately, he no longer has the original image. He stated, however, that perhaps he could do an updated one and requested Rob Anderson’s contact info, which I provided him with.

Wow, I can't believe contacting him worked hahaha. I love the internet. I thought we were going to have to track down Rob or Doug's old Rolodex in a box, in some storage unit or attic, to find this guy.

I'm sure if he makes an updated one he will ask for a commission. If he does I think this would be an appropriate time to blow off the entire art budget on one card.

If needed maybe we could also do crowdfunding. Donate at least $20 and you get a free copy. Donate $50 you got a box of Prophets and a free copy. Donate $80 you get a box of Prophets, a personal thank you letter from Rob and the Elders and a free copy... ect. Just ideas.

Considering how iconic the art is for the history of Redemption and the fact we were able to find this guy, I think we as a community can go out of our way to make this happen.

So we're down to one last Legacy Rare to be revealed!

Let's play a little guessing game and see if we can figure out what it is!

I'm going to guess A Child is Born or Mary's Prophetic Act. Either way, both are old Promos that fit very well in the theme of Prophesies of Christ.

I would also be amused if it was Son of God... not because it needs to be a legacy rare, but because it would be cool to be one.

We should probably offer clues so I'll begin with one...

The last will be the first...

I know what it is and it too me a while to figure out how that clue applied. No Secrets... I can be pretty dense.

Yes to N.T. No to Sapphira, or any other character for that matter