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The Face of Boe (Card 412) from the 2023 Magic: The Gathering Doctor Who set. This Rare Legendary Alien Advisor offers distinct suspend abilities for your collection.

The Face of Boe

2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Doctor Who

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Product Overview

Description

Card number 412 in the 2023 Magic: The Gathering Doctor Who set, The Face of Boe is a Legendary Creature classified as an Alien Advisor. With a mana cost of {1}{U}{R}{W} and a mana value of 4, this card bridges three colors: Red, Blue, and White. Its distinct gameplay mechanic allows players to cast spells with suspend directly from their hand by paying the suspend cost instead of the mana cost, offering a unique strategic advantage during sorcery speed interactions. As a Rare rarity card, The Face of Boe holds significant appeal for collectors of the Doctor Who crossover expansion. The card’s design and rules text reflect the intricate storytelling and mechanics that define the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Artists like Greg Staples contribute to the visual identity of these crossover sets, making each card a piece of collectible art. The Face of Boe’s ability to manipulate suspend spells makes it a versatile tool in constructed formats, while its lore connection to the Doctor Who universe adds depth for fans of both franchises. Whether you are completing your set, exploring new deck archetypes, or adding to your Magic: The Gathering collection, The Face of Boe stands out as a notable release.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2023

Series

Doctor Who

Card Number

#412

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Greg Staples

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{U}{R}{W}

Type

Legendary Creature — Alien Advisor

Power / Toughness

0 / 4

Color

R, U, W

Card Text

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{T}: You may cast a spell with suspend from your hand. If you do, pay its suspend cost rather than its mana cost. Activate only as a sorcery.

"You are not alone."

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FAQ

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What is the mana cost of The Face of Boe in Magic: The Gathering?

The Face of Boe has a mana cost of {1}{U}{R}{W}, requiring one generic mana plus one Blue, one Red, and one White mana to cast.

How does the suspend mechanic work with The Face of Boe?

When activated as a sorcery, The Face of Boe allows you to cast a spell with suspend from your hand by paying its suspend cost instead of its normal mana cost.

What type of creature is The Face of Boe in the Doctor Who set?

The Face of Boe is a Legendary Creature — Alien Advisor in the 2023 Magic: The Gathering Doctor Who set, categorized under card number 412.

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