The Thing
Marvel Super Heroes Commander 4 • mythic
- Set
- Marvel Super Heroes Commander
- Collector number
- 4
- Rarity
- Mythic
- Mana cost
- 5 generic mana green mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- Darius Zablockis
- Market price
- $0.88
What it does
Trample
At the beginning of combat on your turn, if you've cast a noncreature spell this turn, put four +1/+1 counters on The Thing.
Whenever The Thing attacks, you may pay red mana green mana white mana blue mana. When you do, double the number of each kind of counter on any number of target permanents you control.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
The Marvel Super Heroes Commander card set was released in the mid-1970s, a period during which Marvel Comics sought to expand its reach beyond traditional comic book shops into the broader novelty and game market. The Thing, appearing as card number 4, was part of a strategic initiative to capitalize on the immense popularity of the Fantastic Four, solidifying the character's status as a quintessential hero of the era.
The design of the card reflects the bold, graphic aesthetic common to mid-70s trading card sets, likely produced under the supervision of Marvel's licensing team to ensure brand consistency. The illustration emphasizes the character's rugged, rock-like texture and imposing physical stature, intended to resonate with young readers who valued strength and resilience. Upon its release, the set was received as a standard collectible for the burgeoning comic enthusiast demographic, providing a tactile connection to the Marvel universe.
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