Temple of the False God

Temple of the False God is a powerful land card that first appeared in the Scourge set of Magic: The Gathering in 2003. Its design, characterized by the ability to tap for two colorless mana provided the player controls at least five lands, was intended to reward players for reaching the mid-to-late game stages. This iteration, appearing in the Star Trek Commander set, integrates the card's established utility into the broader mechanics of the Commander format, which emphasizes long-term strategy and high-mana value spells.

The card features artwork that evokes a sense of ancient, misplaced reverence, consistent with its thematic roots in the early 2000s expansion cycle. Designed by Wizards of the Coast, the card has become a staple in many casual Commander decks due to its acceleration potential. While it has been reprinted numerous times, its inclusion in the Star Trek Commander series aligns the card with the thematic exploration of alien artifacts and civilizations often encountered within the Star Trek universe.