The Secret Base (card number 165b) is a common land card from the 2017 Magic: The Gathering Unstable expansion, designed by Matt Gaser.
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Unstable
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Released in 2017 as part of the Unstable expansion, the Secret Base (card number 165b) is a common land card that offers a distinct mechanical twist for Magic: The Gathering players. Designed by Matt Gaser, this card allows you to add one mana of any color, but with a specific restriction: you must spend this mana only to cast a spell that shares a watermark with this land. This mechanic introduces strategic depth, encouraging players to build decks around specific card watermarks rather than traditional color identities. As a common card, it serves as a foundational piece for those looking to complete the full Unstable set or build competitive casual decks. The card's unique rules text and humorous flavor text regarding the S.N.E.A.K. headquarters add to its appeal among fans of the series. Whether you are hunting for specific watermark synergies or simply appreciating the creative design of the Unstable era, this card remains a notable entry in the Magic: The Gathering catalog.
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Secret Base
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Matt Gaser
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English
Land
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{T}: Add {C}. {T}: Add one mana of any color. Spend this mana only to cast a spell that shares a watermark with this land.
The location of S.N.E.A.K. HQ is a closely guarded secret.
FAQ
The watermark on Secret Base indicates which spells can utilize its unique mana ability. When activated, the mana produced can only be spent to cast a spell that shares the same watermark as this land, adding a layer of deck-building strategy.
Secret Base is categorized as a common card within the 2017 Unstable set. Despite its common rarity, its unique rules text and thematic connection to the set's humor make it a popular choice for collectors.
The Secret Base card was illustrated by Matt Gaser, whose artwork complements the satirical tone of the Unstable expansion while clearly depicting the card's identity as a land.
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