The Philosopher
Theros Hero's Path 1b • common
- Set
- Theros Hero's Path
- Collector number
- 1b
- Rarity
- Common
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- Chuck Lukacs
- Market price
- $0.71
What it does
2 generic mana, tap: Tap target creature.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyNot legal
- VintageNot legal
- CommanderNot legal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerNot legal
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Where it came from
The Philosopher was released in 2013 as part of the Hero's Path, an interactive promotional campaign tied to the Magic: The Gathering Theros expansion block. It was designed to introduce players to the set's Greek mythology-inspired setting by offering a series of 'Hero Cards' that provided unique, casual-play abilities. Players received these cards at official Prerelease events, effectively serving as an experiential bridge between the card game and the overarching narrative of the Theros world.
The art and design of The Philosopher reflect the set's focus on enchantment, wisdom, and divine favor. The card features a muted, contemplative aesthetic intended to evoke the academic and philosophical atmosphere of an ancient polis. While the card is not legal for tournament play, it was well-received by the community as a tangible, collectible memento that allowed players to feel as though they were personally embarking on a quest alongside the legendary heroes of the Theros mythology.
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