The 2017 Unstable set features the Rare X card (UST-137), a legendary Human Spy designed by Dmitry Burmak that introduces unconventional gameplay rules to Magic: The Gathering.
X
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Unstable
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Released in 2017 as part of the Unstable expansion, the card known as X (catalog number 137) represents a distinct departure from traditional Magic: The Gathering design philosophy. Illustrated by Dmitry Burmak, this Rare card is classified as a Legendary Creature — Human Spy with a mana cost of {U}{B} and a power/toughness of 2/2. Unlike standard creatures, X operates through complex interactions involving the opponent's hand, creating a unique dynamic for players interested in unconventional strategies. The mechanics of X are defined by their conditional nature. As long as X resides in its owner's opponent's hand, that opponent is forced to reveal their hand and is prevented from casting X. Simultaneously, the owner of X gains the ability to cast it and activate its abilities despite it not being in their own hand. This creates a tense standoff where possession is temporary but influence is shared. The card’s ability to disrupt normal gameplay flow makes it a favorite for casual playgroups looking to add chaos to their matches. Its status as a Rare card from the UST set ensures it remains a recognizable piece for those documenting the history of Magic's non-canonical expansions. The design emphasizes the character's role as a manipulator, reflecting the set's focus on breaking established rules. For investors and hobbyists, cards like X serve as tangible records of the game's evolution into more experimental territories, offering a glimpse into the creative risks taken during this era of Magic: The Gathering.
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X
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Dmitry Burmak
Card Stock
English
{U}{B}
Legendary Creature — Human Spy
2 / 2
B, U
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As long as X is in X's owner's opponent's hand, X's owner may cast X and activate X's abilities. That opponent can't cast X and plays with their hand revealed. {U}{B}, {T}: Put X into target opponent's hand. {3}{U}{B}: You may play a land or cast a spell from the hand X is in. If you cast a spell this way, you cast it without paying its mana cost.
