The 2005 Magic: The Gathering card Dimir Doppelganger, a Rare foil Shapeshifter from the Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion. This card is a key piece for players building blue-black decks.
Dimir Doppelganger
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Ravnica: City of Guilds
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Description
The Dimir Doppelganger is a distinct artifact from the 2005 Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Identified by card number 202 and set code RAV, this foil Rare creature belongs to the Shapeshifter subtype. Its design features a mana cost of {1}{U}{B} and a power/toughness of 0/2, reflecting its unique role as a blue-black hybrid unit. Mechanically, the Dimir Doppelganger offers a flexible strategy for collectors and players alike. Instead of attacking directly, its primary ability allows you to exile a target creature card from a graveyard. Upon doing so, this creature becomes a copy of that card, retaining its own abilities. This makes it a versatile tool for adapting to the battlefield, effectively turning an opponent's discarded resources into your own. The flavor text, "Fear not. Your life will not go unlived," adds a layer of narrative depth, hinting at the card's shapeshifting nature and the ominous presence of the Dimir guild. Collectors often seek out this card for its foil finish and its place in one of Magic's most iconic city-themed sets. Whether you are completing a set, building a competitive deck, or simply appreciating the artistic design of the era, this card represents a significant piece of Magic history. Its enduring appeal lies in its clever mechanics and the rich world-building of the Ravnica setting.
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Dimir Doppelganger
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Jim Murray
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{U}{B}
Creature — Shapeshifter
0 / 2
B, U
Card Text
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{1}{U}{B}: Exile target creature card from a graveyard. This creature becomes a copy of that card, except it has this ability.
"Fear not. Your life will not go unlived."
