The First Sliver is a mythic rare legendary creature from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Secret Lair Drop, featuring a powerful cascade mechanic and Sliver synergy.
The First Sliver
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Secret Lair Drop
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Description
The First Sliver stands as a centerpiece in Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Secret Lair Drop, offering collectors a unique addition to their library. As a legendary creature with the Sliver subtype, this card brings distinct strategic value to gameplay through its powerful abilities. The card requires five mana to cast, balancing its high mana cost with significant impact on the battlefield. The card's primary mechanic revolves around cascade, allowing players to exile cards from the top of their library until a nonland card with a lower cost is found. This exiled card can be cast without paying its mana cost, providing unexpected value and tempo advantage. Additionally, Sliver spells cast by the controller gain the cascade ability, creating a powerful synergy that enhances the entire deck's potential. This interaction makes The First Sliver a highly sought-after card for those building Sliver-themed decks or those who appreciate complex, interactive gameplay. Art by Svetlin Velinov and Scott Okumura, The First Sliver is printed as a mythic rare, denoting its status within the Secret Lair Drop series. The card number 1371 identifies it within the set's catalog, helping collectors track their acquisitions. Its five-color identity (white, blue, black, red, and green) reflects the diverse nature of the Sliver race, appealing to players who enjoy multi-color strategies. Collecting The First Sliver offers enthusiasts a chance to own a piece of Magic's modern history. Whether for competitive play, casual fun, or collection completeness, The First Sliver represents a significant moment in Magic: The Gathering's ongoing narrative. Its unique combination of cascade and Sliver synergy ensures it remains a favorite among collectors and players alike, embodying the creative spirit of the Secret Lair releases.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
The First Sliver
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Mythic Rare
Svetlin Velinov & Scott Okumura
Card Stock
English
{W}{U}{B}{R}{G}
Legendary Creature — Sliver
7 / 7
B, G, R, U, W
Card Text
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Cascade (When you cast this spell, exile cards from the top of your library until you exile a nonland card that costs less. You may cast it without paying its mana cost. Put the exiled cards on the bottom in a random order.) Sliver spells you cast have cascade.
FAQ
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What is the mana cost for The First Sliver?
The First Sliver requires five mana to cast, consisting of one mana of each color: white, blue, black, red, and green. This five-color identity makes it a versatile but mana-intensive addition to any deck.
How does the cascade mechanic work on this card?
When you cast The First Sliver, you exile cards from the top of your library until you exile a nonland card that costs less than it. You may cast that exiled card without paying its mana cost, then put the exiled cards on the bottom of your library in a random order.
What is the significance of the Sliver subtype?
As a Sliver, The First Sliver benefits from and enhances other Sliver cards in play. Specifically, Sliver spells you cast gain the cascade ability, allowing you to potentially cast additional cards for free and creating powerful synergies in Sliver-themed decks.
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- 2025 · MagicFest 2025#3 · Mythic Rare · Foil
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- 2019 · Modern Horizons#200 · Mythic Rare · Normal
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