Captain Rex Nebula

Description

Captain Rex Nebula stands out in the Magic: The Gathering Unfinity set as a versatile legendary creature with a powerful secondary mode. Released in 2022, card number 164 is printed with a premium foil finish that enhances its visual appeal for serious TCG enthusiasts. As a Human Pilot Employee, this card offers strategic depth by interacting directly with Vehicle artifacts in play. The card’s design leverages the Unfinity set’s unconventional gameplay rules. At the beginning of combat, the controller can choose a nonland permanent they control to transform it into a Vehicle artifact. This transformation sets the Vehicle’s power and toughness to match its mana value and grants it crew 2. Additionally, the new Vehicle gains a unique triggered ability called Crash Land. When this Vehicle deals damage, the controller rolls a six-sided die; if the result matches the Vehicle’s mana value, the Vehicle is sacrificed to deal that much damage to any target. This mechanic allows Captain Rex Nebula to serve as a flexible tool for board control and direct damage. The foil treatment adds a layer of collectibility for fans of the Unfinity expansion, distinguishing it from standard nonfoil prints. Collectors often seek out specific finishes like this foil variant to complete their set collections or to add a visually striking piece to their library. The card’s red and white color identity provides mana flexibility, fitting into various archetypes that utilize both colors. Alexander Mokhov’s artwork brings the character to life, making this a standout inclusion for Magic: The Gathering collectors who appreciate the whimsical and experimental nature of the Unfinity line.