# Dismal Backwater Dismal Backwater is a dual land that enters tapped and draws you a card when it comes into play. For collectors, this card represents a practical utility land rather than a chase piece. It appears in Commander 2016 as a common, making it widely available and affordable. The card's appeal lies in its functionality in casual and Commander formats, where the card draw effect justifies the tempo cost of entering tapped. Collectors typically view it as a solid filler for decks needing blue-black mana fixing without breaking the bank. The Commander 2016 printing remains the most accessible version, with the nonfoil variant being standard and straightforward to obtain.