Four Knocks

Description

The 2023 Magic: The Gathering Doctor Who set brings the beloved sci-fi franchise into the world of Strategic Card Game gameplay. At card number 20 in the WHO set code, Four Knocks is a white Enchantment that introduces a unique temporal mechanic to the table. Designed by Darren Tan, this Rare card captures the essence of the series through its thematic rules and evocative flavor text. As a white card with a mana cost of {2}{W} and a mana value of three, Four Knocks offers a balanced entry point for decks focused on white mana strategies. The card features the Vanishing 4 mechanic, meaning it enters the battlefield with four time counters. During each of your upkeep phases, you remove one counter. When the final counter is removed, the enchantment must be sacrificed. This creates a strategic window where players must act quickly to maximize the card's benefit before it disappears. The primary ability of Four Knocks triggers at the beginning of your first main phase, allowing you to draw a card. This resource generation is particularly valuable during the early game, helping players stabilize their hand or find key answers. The flavor text, "Wilfred, it's my honor. Better be quick. Three, two, one," adds narrative depth, referencing a poignant moment from the television series. This attention to lore makes the card a favorite among Doctor Who fans who also enjoy the depth of Magic: The Gathering. Collectors often seek out specific cards from this crossover set to complete their collection or to appreciate the artistic and thematic integration of the two brands. Finding the right copy of Four Knocks can be a rewarding part of building a comprehensive Doctor Who collection.