This 2017 foil Magic: The Gathering card from the Unstable set features the unique Rules Lawyer artifact creature, a sought-after Cyborg Advisor for TCG enthusiasts.
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Unstable
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The Unstable foil Rules Lawyer card, designated as card number 20 in the 2017 Magic: The Gathering set, stands as a distinctive piece of trading card game history. Designed by Sean Murray, this foil rare introduces the Cyborg Advisor type into the Commander format, offering a whimsical yet mechanically disruptive experience. As an artifact creature with a mana value of five, it demands strategic consideration in deck construction while providing a humorous twist on standard gameplay conventions. The card’s text box outlines a comprehensive override of state-based actions, effectively insulating the player and their permanents from typical loss conditions. This means players using Rules Lawyer do not lose the game due to having zero or less life, drawing from an empty library, or having their creatures destroyed by damage or deathtouch. The card also protects planeswalkers from being put into the graveyard due to zero loyalty and allows illegally attached or combined permanents to remain on the battlefield. For those interested in the technicalities, the card references rule 704 for complete regulations, ensuring that the intended mechanical chaos is clearly defined within the game’s framework. Collectors of the Unstable expansion often seek out foil versions of key cards like Rules Lawyer for their visual appeal and mechanical uniqueness. The foil finish enhances the card’s presence in a collection, making it a standout piece for display. Whether you are building a Commander deck around rule-breaking strategies or simply appreciate the creativity of the Un-sets, this card offers a blend of humor and mechanical depth. Its status as a rare foil from a beloved non-canon expansion makes it a valuable addition to any Magic: The Gathering enthusiast's library.
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Rules Lawyer
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Sean Murray
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{W}{W}
Artifact Creature — Cyborg Advisor
1 / 1
W
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State-based actions don't apply to you or other permanents you control. (You don't lose the game due to having 0 or less life or drawing from an empty library. Your creatures aren't destroyed due to damage or deathtouch and aren't put into a graveyard due to having 0 or less toughness. Your planeswalkers aren't put into a graveyard if they have 0 loyalty. You don't put a legendary permanent into a graveyard if you control two with the same name. Counters aren't removed from your permanents due to game rules. Permanents you control attached or combined illegally remain on the battlefield. For complete rules and regulations, see rule 704.)
