The 2024 Foundations release features Cephalid Inkmage as card #32, an Uncommon Octopus Wizard creature for Magic: The Gathering collectors.
Cephalid Inkmage
2024 • Magic: The Gathering • Foundations
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Cephalid Inkmage, designated as card number 32, serves as a notable Uncommon addition to the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Foundations set. Designed by Christopher Burdett, this card depicts a blue-aligned Octopus Wizard with a mana cost of {2}{U} and a power/toughness of 2/2. For enthusiasts of the TCG, this creature offers distinct strategic utility through its unique abilities. When played, it triggers a surveil effect, allowing the controller to examine the top three cards of their library and arrange them as desired, providing crucial card selection. Additionally, the card features Threshold, granting it unblockability as long as seven or more cards reside in the graveyard. This mechanic rewards players who prioritize resource management and graveyard interaction. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Foundations checklist or to build decks that leverage the Cephalid subtype. As part of the broader Foundations release, Cephalid Inkmage represents a blend of familiar fantasy themes and innovative gameplay mechanics that appeal to both casual and competitive players. The card's design and rules text reflect the creative direction of the set, making it a valuable component for any Magic: The Gathering collection focused on modern expansions.
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Cephalid Inkmage
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Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Christopher Burdett
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}
Creature — Octopus Wizard
2 / 2
U
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When this creature enters, surveil 3. (Look at the top three cards of your library, then put any number of them into your graveyard and the rest on top of your library in any order.) Threshold — This creature can't be blocked as long as there are seven or more cards in your graveyard.