Whisper of the Quicksand

The myth

Whisper of the Quicksand is a spell MYTHENOR created, with no direct Egyptian myth behind it. Its theme, strength turning against whoever uses it, speaks to a central idea of Egyptian ethics: ma'at, the harmony and balance of the world. Egyptians believed each person's actions affected not only themselves but others as well, and that excess and disorder eventually exacted their price. The more strength, the deeper you sink: the game's sand teaches the same lesson of measure.

Why it has this power

An uncommon weakening spell: all of the opponent's monsters lose 400 ATK until the end of their next turn. It destroys nothing, but it sinks the whole enemy attack at once, ideal for turning several clashes in the same turn.

Did you know

Ma'at, the goddess of truth and order, was represented by the white ostrich feather used in the weighing of the heart.

Connections

• In Sethis, Novice Sentinel's deck
• In Captain Amunet's deck
• In Oracle Bakenra's deck
• In High Priest Khaymet's deck
• In Merytamun, the Last Sentinel's deck

Where to get it

• Daily Offering: 0.45% per pack (Uncommon 33% per card)
• Welcome Pack: 1.1% per pack (Uncommon 30% per card)
• Traveler's Pack: 0.96% per pack · 5.6% in the themed pack (Uncommon 29% per card)
• Bronze Reliquary: 0.94% per pack · 5.5% in the themed pack (Uncommon 29% per card)
• Silver Reliquary: 0.96% per pack · 5.6% in the themed pack (Uncommon 33% per card)
• Golden Reliquary: 0.94% per pack · 5.5% in the themed pack (Uncommon 35% per card)
• Daily Showcase: Shows up on about 0.98% of days · 400 gold
• Craft with card dust: 100 dust
• Crossing of Myths: Can be offered as a reward during a crossing (the card stays in the crossing deck).

Sources

1. Ancient Egyptian Religion — Joshua J. Mark (World History Encyclopedia)
2. Ancient Egyptian Symbols — Joshua J. Mark (World History Encyclopedia)