Shaun, Father of Synths is a rare legendary creature from the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Fallout crossover set, featuring unique Synth token mechanics.
Shaun, Father of Synths
2024 • Magic: The Gathering • Fallout
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Shaun, Father of Synths, card number 429, brings a distinct narrative element to the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Fallout crossover set. As a legendary Human Scientist with a mana cost of {3}{U}{R}, this five-mana creature serves as a pivotal piece for players exploring the intersection of fantasy mechanics and post-apocalyptic lore. In gameplay, Shaun functions as a powerful engine for creating copies of your other legendary creatures. When you attack, you may create a tapped and attacking token that is a copy of a target attacking legendary creature you control. This token is not legendary but becomes a Synth artifact creature in addition to its other types. This ability allows for strategic duplication of key threats, making Shaun a focal point for decks built around legendary permanents and artifact synergies. The card’s secondary ability triggers when Shaun leaves the battlefield, exiling all Synth tokens you control. This creates a dynamic risk-reward scenario, encouraging players to manage their board state carefully before sacrificing or losing the father figure. Collectors of the Fallout set appreciate this card not only for its mechanical depth but also for its representation of a beloved character from the video game franchise. Whether you are building a competitive deck or adding to a thematic collection, Shaun offers a unique interaction that stands out in the Modern and Commander formats. The rarity of the card within the PIP set code further enhances its appeal among serious collectors who value both the artistic and mechanical contributions of the Fallout expansion. Owning a copy of Shaun, Father of Synths allows enthusiasts to experience the strategic challenges of managing token armies while honoring the source material. It is a versatile card that rewards careful planning and offers exciting moments during gameplay. As part of the growing Fallout collection in Magic: The Gathering, this card remains a significant entry for fans of both the TCG and the gaming series.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Shaun, Father of Synths
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Zuzanna Wużyk
Card Stock
English
{3}{U}{R}
Legendary Creature — Human Scientist
3 / 4
R, U
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Whenever you attack, you may create a tapped and attacking token that's a copy of target attacking legendary creature you control other than Shaun, except it's not legendary and it's a Synth artifact creature in addition to its other types. When Shaun leaves the battlefield, exile all Synth tokens you control.
