# 2008 Magic: The Gathering Friday Night Magic 2008 #9

> The 2008 Foil Rare edition of Thirst for Knowledge from Magic: The Gathering's Friday Night Magic set. Card #9 offers efficient card selection with a specific discard constraint.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2008
- **Brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set**: Friday Night Magic 2008
- **Card Number**: 9
- **Featured**: Thirst for Knowledge
- **Game**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Rarity**: Rare
- **Mana cost**: {2}{U}
- **Type**: Instant
- **Color**: U
- **Language**: English
- **Material**: Card Stock
- **Finish**: Foil

## Description

Thirst for Knowledge is a Rare Instant card from the Friday Night Magic 2008 set, cataloged as card number 9 in the F08 release. Illustrated by Bud Cook, this 2008 edition features a foil treatment that distinguishes it within the set's distribution. The card carries a mana cost of {2}{U} and has a mana value of 3, placing it in the blue color identity. The card’s text box details a specific mechanic: the player draws three cards, then must discard two cards unless they discard an artifact card. This effect allows for rapid card selection while introducing a strategic choice regarding resource management. The flavor text accompanying the card references Raissa transforming herself into a vessel for the Watchword Codex, adding narrative context to the arcane power depicted. The card number 9 places it early in the set's base checklist. The foil variant adds visual distinction for those building collections that prioritize finish and rarity. The interplay between drawing three cards and the conditional discard requirement makes this card a recognizable example of the game's design philosophy during the late 2000s era.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Thirst for Knowledge in Magic: The Gathering?

The card has a mana cost of {2}{U}, requiring two generic mana and one blue mana to cast. Its total mana value is 3.

### What does the Thirst for Knowledge card do?

The card allows the player to draw three cards. After drawing, the player must discard two cards unless they choose to discard an artifact card instead.

### Who illustrated the Thirst for Knowledge card from the Friday Night Magic set?

The artwork for this card was created by Bud Cook, featuring the character Raissa in the context of the Watchword Codex.

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