# 2025 Magic: The Gathering Media and Collaboration Promos #2025-26

> The 2025-26 promotional release of Zidane, Tantalus Thief features the Rare foil treatment within the Media and Collaboration Promos set for Magic: The Gathering.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2025
- **Brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set**: Media and Collaboration Promos
- **Card Number**: 2025-26
- **Featured**: Zidane, Tantalus Thief
- **Game**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Rarity**: Rare
- **Mana cost**: {3}{R}{W}
- **Type**: Legendary Creature — Human Mutant Scout
- **Power / Toughness**: 3 / 3
- **Color**: R, W
- **Language**: English
- **Material**: Card Stock
- **Finish**: Foil

## Description

Zidane, Tantalus Thief is a Legendary Creature — Human Mutant Scout from the 2025 Magic: The Gathering Media and Collaboration Promos set. Identified by the card number 2025-26 and set code PMEI, this Rare foil card presents a five-mana cost structure using {3}{R}{W}. The card brings a distinct strategic layer to the game through its ability to temporarily seize control of an opponent's creature upon entering the battlefield. When played, the effect allows the controller to untap the targeted creature, granting it lifelink and haste until the end of the turn.

The card’s design includes a secondary triggered ability that rewards defensive play. Whenever an opponent gains control of a permanent from your side of the field, you create a Treasure token. This mechanic provides resource acceleration even when the opponent successfully counters the initial theft, creating a dynamic interaction that balances risk and reward during gameplay.

The foil finish distinguishes this version from standard print runs, making it a desirable addition for those tracking the Media and Collaboration Promos series. The artwork is credited to Eiji Kaneda, adding to the card's collectible identity within the broader Magic: The Gathering ecosystem. As a promotional item from 2025, it represents a specific moment in the game's crossover history, appealing to both players looking to test its unique abilities and collectors building themed sets.

## FAQ

### What is the card number for Zidane, Tantalus Thief?

Zidane, Tantalus Thief is listed as card number 2025-26 within the Magic: The Gathering Media and Collaboration Promos set. This numbering helps collectors identify its place in the 2025 promotional checklist.

### What are the stats for Zidane, Tantalus Thief?

This Legendary Creature — Human Mutant Scout has a power and toughness of 3/3. It costs five mana to play, specifically requiring three generic mana, one red mana, and one white mana ({3}{R}{W}).

### What abilities does Zidane, Tantalus Thief have?

When Zidane enters the battlefield, you gain control of target creature an opponent controls until end of turn, untap it, and it gains lifelink and haste. Additionally, whenever an opponent gains control of a permanent from you, you create a Treasure token.

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