The 2004 Unhinged Wordmail (#22) foil card features a unique enchantment mechanic where power scales with the card's name length.
Wordmail
2004 • Magic: The Gathering • Unhinged
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Description
Designed by Ron Spencer, this foil version adds a distinctive shimmer to the card, appealing to collectors who appreciate the visual variety within the Unhinged expansion. The card functions as an Aura enchantment that attaches to a creature, granting it a power and toughness boost equal to the number of words in that creature's name. This mechanic creates humorous and strategic possibilities during gameplay, as names with multiple words yield significant advantages. The foil finish enhances its collectibility, making it a desirable addition for those who value both the card's quirky rules text and its premium treatment. As part of the Unhinged series, Wordmail represents the creative and unconventional spirit that defines the set. Collectors often seek out foil versions of common cards to complete themed collections or to add visual diversity to their display cases. For investors and hobbyists alike, cards from the Unhinged set hold a special place in Magic: The Gathering lore due to their black humor and experimental design. Wordmail #22 is a prime example of this creativity, combining simple mechanics with witty flavor text. Whether you are a long-time player looking to refresh your deck with quirky options or a collector focusing on the 2004 era, this card offers a fun and engaging piece of TCG history.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Wordmail
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Ron Spencer
Card Stock
English
Foil
{W}
Enchantment — Aura
W
Card Text
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Enchant creature Enchanted creature gets +1/+1 for each word in its name.
"Suck on it, Stangg!" —Sol'kanar the Swamp King







