# Dismal Backwater Dismal Backwater is a dual land from Fate Reforged that produces blue or black mana while entering the battlefield tapped. As a common, it saw limited play in draft and sealed formats where mana fixing matters most. Collectors generally view it as a functional reprint in a long line of similar utility lands, notable mainly for set completion rather than inherent value. The card exists in both nonfoil and foil versions, with foils holding slightly more appeal to those pursuing complete foil sets. Its modest utility and common rarity mean it rarely commands collector attention, though players building casual decks sometimes appreciate the modest cost and straightforward functionality for multicolor strategies.