Boarding Party

Description

Boarding Party is a distinct six-mana creature card from the 2020 Commander Legends expansion, carrying the set code CMR and card number 163. As a Human Pirate, this card brings a specific thematic identity to Magic: The Gathering collections, appealing to players who enjoy aggressive strategies and pirate-themed decks. The card features a mana cost of five generic mana and one red mana, resulting in a mana value of six, and is illustrated by Sidharth Chaturvedi. The true collector appeal of this card lies in its powerful abilities: Haste and Cascade. Haste allows the creature to attack and use activated abilities the turn it is played, bypassing the usual summoning sickness rule. Cascade is one of the most sought-after mechanics in the game. When you cast Boarding Party, you exile cards from the top of your library until you exile a nonland card with a lower mana cost. You are then free to cast that exiled card without paying its mana cost, placing the remaining exiled cards on the bottom of your library in a random order. This ability can dramatically shift the momentum of a game by finding high-impact spells for free. In the Commander format, which is the primary focus of the Commander Legends set, Boarding Party offers a unique combination of a large body and explosive potential. The card’s design and mechanics make it a valuable addition for enthusiasts building pirate-themed commanders or decks that leverage the Cascade mechanic for value. Collectors often seek out this card to complete their Commander Legends set or to add a versatile, high-power creature to their Magic: The Gathering trading card game collection. The card’s straightforward yet impactful design ensures it remains a relevant and interesting piece for both competitive players and dedicated collectors.