You don't have to cast a spell as that ability resolves. If you choose not to for some reason, don't let anyone judge your genius plans.
Lady Octopus, Inspired Inventor
The spell is cast as Lady Octopus's last ability resolves. You can't wait and cast it later.
This printing is one of 2 catalogued treatments from OM1 — the lineup includes Nonfoil alongside the standard finish. Across our catalog the Rarix library tracks every variant in the same family so collectors can compare price, scarcity and demand inside a single lineage.
This card belongs to *Through the Omenpaths* (released September 2025).
Card #34 in Through the Omenpaths.
Rarity tier: rare. Rares occupy the bottom-of-pack rare slot in standard boosters.
Card type: Legendary Creature — Human Scientist Villain. Color identity: blue. Mana cost: {U} (1 converted).
Legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Brawl, Historic, and Alchemy.
EDHrec ranks this card #6,668 in Commander, putting it in the niche-pick tier of the format's playable pool.
Illustrated by Claudio Pozas. Rarix tracks 3 other cards credited to this artist across the catalog — browse the full gallery to see the body of work.
Magic: The Gathering · ™ & © Wizards of the Coast · Illus. Claudio Pozas
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