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While “mother” might not be a creature type or a frequent descriptor in Magic: The Gathering card titles, the concept of motherhood and maternal figures appears in various ways throughout the game’s lore and on specific cards. Here’s a discussion of mother figures in Magic: The Gathering:
Direct References in Card Titles:
Mother of Runes: This iconic white creature is not a literal mother in the biological sense but acts as a protector and nurturer of other creatures, granting them protection from colors. Her flavor text hints at a family, but her primary role is that of a guardian.
Sakiko, Mother of Summer: This legendary green creature is tied to the season of summer and the abundance it represents. Her “motherhood” is more metaphorical, representing the source and provider of summer’s energy and growth.
Elesh Norn, Mother of Machines: A powerful and terrifying Phyrexian Praetor, Elesh Norn is called the “Mother of Machines” because she leads and unifies the mechanical, infectious Phyrexians. Her motherhood is one of creation and control over a twisted, artificial “family.”
Dragon Broodmother: This red and green creature creates a brood of Dragon tokens each turn, embodying the role of a mother producing offspring.
Grandmother Sengir: Despite her title, the lore reveals that Grandmother Sengir is not actually Baron Sengir’s grandmother but a transformed wizard. Her title is misleading in a literal sense.
Wort, the Raidmother: This green and red Goblin Shaman is the leader and likely the matriarch of a large group of Goblins, her “children” in a tribal sense.
Duskana, the Rage Mother: This legendary Bear creature seems to be a powerful protector and leader of other creatures, possibly acting in a maternal role for them.
Mother of Goons: This humorous card from the Unhinged set depicts a literal mother figure surrounded by her mischievous “goon” children.
Phyrexian Vatmother: This Phyrexian creature is associated with the creation and nurturing of Phyrexian life, albeit in a disturbing and artificial way.
The Goose Mother: A creature from the Wilds of Eldraine set, depicting a literal goose who likely has goslings.
Several other cards include “mother” in their name, such as Sliver Gravemother, Faerie Guidemother, and Mother Kangaroo, often representing a source, leader, or provider within their respective groups.
Maternal Figures in Lore:
Beyond the direct use of “mother” in card titles, the lore of Magic: The Gathering features characters who embody maternal qualities or play significant nurturing and protective roles:
Serra: While not explicitly called a mother, the angel Serra, creator of the plane of Serra’s Realm, acted as a benevolent and protective figure for her entire creation, embodying a powerful maternal presence.
Nissa Revane: In her connection to the plane of Zendikar, Nissa often acts as a guardian and protector of the land and its inhabitants, showing a nurturing and fiercely protective instinct.
Elspeth Tirel: Having experienced immense trauma, Elspeth often shows a strong desire to protect the innocent and fight against injustice, reflecting a compassionate and caring nature.
Kaya: Despite her profession as a ghost assassin, Kaya has shown moments of protecting others, particularly those who are vulnerable or have been wronged, revealing a sense of moral guardianship.
Themes of Creation and Nurturing:
The concept of motherhood extends to broader themes of creation, nurturing, and legacy within Magic: The Gathering:
Urza and Karn: The dynamic between the wizard Urza and his artificial creation Karn can be seen as a twisted father-son relationship, but also touches on themes of creation and the responsibilities of a creator. Karn himself later creates the plane of Mirrodin, taking on a creator role.
Phyrexia: The entire Phyrexian civilization, with its emphasis on “compleation” and the forceful assimilation of other beings, presents a dark and corrupted version of creation and a perverted sense of “motherhood” under figures like Elesh Norn.
In conclusion, while the explicit use of “mother” in Magic: The Gathering card titles is relatively limited, the themes of motherhood, nurturing, protection, and creation are present throughout the game’s lore and on various cards. These figures, whether literal mothers, metaphorical providers, or powerful protectors, add depth and complexity to the diverse tapestry of Magic: The Gathering’s characters and stories.
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