Collect the 2023 Doctor Who foil card featuring The First Doctor from Magic: The Gathering, a legendary Time Lord creature with unique search and cascade abilities.
The First Doctor
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Doctor Who
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The 2023 Doctor Who expansion brought a beloved sci-fi icon into the Magic: The Gathering universe with The First Doctor card, cataloged as number 1143 in the WHO set. This foil rare creature card invites players to explore the intersection of fantasy mechanics and temporal adventure, offering a distinct identity within the broader Magic: The Gathering collector market. Art by Steve Morris, the card presents a legendary Time Lord Doctor with a mana cost of {1}{W}{U} and a power/toughness of 2/2, designed to fit seamlessly into white and blue decks. The card’s gameplay revolves around its ability to support artifact and creature strategies. When The First Doctor enters the battlefield, it allows the controller to search their library or graveyard for a card named TARDIS, revealing it and adding it to their hand; if the library is searched, the deck is shuffled to maintain randomness. This interaction provides resource acceleration and deck consistency, key elements for serious Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. Additionally, whenever a spell with cascade is cast, a +1/+1 counter is placed on a target artifact or creature, enhancing board presence and synergizing with common MTG mechanics. For collectors, this product represents a tangible piece of crossover pop culture, bridging the gap between the long-running television series and the world’s premier trading card game. The foil finish adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a desirable addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Whether you are a fan of the Doctor Who franchise or a dedicated MTG player, this card offers both aesthetic and functional value. It stands as a unique entry in the 2023 Doctor Who set, appealing to those who appreciate the depth of lore and the strategic variety that Magic: The Gathering provides. Owning this card means possessing a piece of gaming history that celebrates both the artistry of Steve Morris and the enduring legacy of The First Doctor. It is a perfect gift for fans looking to expand their collections with something truly special. The card’s design and mechanics ensure it remains a relevant and exciting part of the Magic: The Gathering ecosystem, encouraging both casual play and competitive deck-building.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
The First Doctor
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Steve Morris
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{W}{U}
Legendary Creature — Time Lord Doctor
2 / 2
U, W
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When The First Doctor enters, search your library and/or graveyard for a card named TARDIS, reveal it, and put it into your hand. If you search your library this way, shuffle. Whenever you cast a spell with cascade, put a +1/+1 counter on target artifact or creature.
