# 2003 Magic: The Gathering World Championship Decks 2003 #we161

> Patriarch's Bidding (we161) is a rare Sorcery card from the World Championship Decks 2003 set in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2003
- **Brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set**: World Championship Decks 2003
- **Card Number**: we161
- **Featured**: Patriarch's Bidding
- **Game**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Rarity**: Rare
- **Mana cost**: {3}{B}{B}
- **Type**: Sorcery
- **Color**: B
- **Language**: English
- **Material**: Card Stock
- **Finish**: Normal

## Description

Patriarch's Bidding (Card Number: we161) is a rare card featured in the World Championship Decks 2003 set of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Released in 2003, this black Sorcery carries a mana cost of {3}{B}{B} and has a mana value of 5. The card was illustrated by Ben Thompson, whose artwork accompanies the printed rules text within the card's text box.

As a component of the World Championship Decks 2003 release, Patriarch's Bidding represents a specific design choice from the 2003 era of the game. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often track this card by its set code WC03 and its distinct position within the World Championship Decks 2003 checklist.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Patriarch's Bidding?

Patriarch's Bidding has a mana cost of {3}{B}{B}, totaling a mana value of 5. It is a black Sorcery card requiring three generic mana and two black mana to cast.

### Who illustrated Patriarch's Bidding?

The card Patriarch's Bidding was illustrated by Ben Thompson. His artwork appears on the card face within the World Championship Decks 2003 set.

### What set code is associated with this card?

The World Championship Decks 2003 set is identified by the set code WC03. This card, numbered we161, is part of that specific 2003 release.

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