The 2000 Friday Night Magic foil version of River Boa is a sought-after creature card for Magic: The Gathering collectors and set builders.
River Boa
2000 • Magic: The Gathering • Friday Night Magic
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Released in 2000 as part of the exclusive Friday Night Magic set, the River Boa foil card (FNM #1) holds a distinct place in Magic: The Gathering history. Designed by artist Steve White, this rare Snake creature features a mana cost of {1}{G} and boasts the Islandwalk ability, allowing it to evade blockage when the defending player controls an Island. Additionally, the card includes the {G}: Regenerate ability, offering strategic resilience during gameplay. For collectors, this product represents a tangible piece of early 2000s tournament culture. The foil treatment adds a premium finish that distinguishes it from standard printings, making it a desirable addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Whether you are completing the Friday Night Magic set or focusing on creature cards with unique mechanics, this release offers both nostalgic value and gameplay utility. The combination of its low card number, rare status, and specific foil variant ensures it remains a notable item for enthusiasts of the trading card game.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
River Boa
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Steve White
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{G}
Creature — Snake
2 / 1
G
Card Text
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Islandwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls an Island.) {G}: Regenerate this creature.
"But no one heard the snake's gentle hiss for peace over the elephant's trumpeting of war." —Afari, *Tales*