# 2023 Magic: The Gathering March of the Machine #242

> The uncommon foil siege card Invasion of Xerex // Vertex Paladin from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 March of the Machine set.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2023
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: March of the Machine
- **Card number**: #242
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

This product, identified as card number 242, features the double-faced card Invasion of Xerex // Vertex Paladin. As a Siege, it enters the game with a unique defensive role, inviting opponents to attack it while providing immediate board impact by returning a target creature to its owner's hand. Once defeated, the card transforms into Vertex Paladin, continuing its influence on the battlefield. Collectors appreciate this uncommon foil version for its shimmering finish and strategic gameplay potential. Whether for gameplay or display, this Magic: The Gathering card represents a key moment in the set's narrative arc.

## FAQ

### What type of card is Invasion of Xerex // Vertex Paladin?

It is a double-faced Battle — Siege card from the March of the Machine set that transforms when defeated. The front enters as a defensive structure, while the back becomes a creature with specific abilities.

### What is the card number for this Magic: The Gathering card?

The card is numbered 242 in the March of the Machine expansion. It is printed as an uncommon with a foil finish.

### What is the mana cost for Invasion of Xerex?

This Siege card has a mana cost of {2}{W}{U}, requiring two generic mana, one white mana, and one blue mana to cast.

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