The article discusses the release of Doctor Who-themed Commander decks for the popular card game, Magic: The Gathering. The author praises the decision to incorporate real people from the Doctor Who franchise into the cards, unlike a previous crossover with The Walking Dead that received negative feedback. The Doctor Who set consists of four decks, each with its own colors, play style, and main mechanic. The first deck, “Blast from the Past,” focuses on the Historic mechanic and features the first eight Doctors. The “Timey-Wimey” deck revolves around time counters and includes the Ninth, Tenth, and Eleventh Doctors. The “Paradox Power” deck involves casting spells from places other than the hand, while the “Masters of Evil” deck showcases Doctor Who villains. The author particularly enjoys the “Timey-Wimey” deck for its representation of time travel and popular characters. The article commends the accuracy of the cards in capturing the essence of the TV show and praises the creativity of Wizards of the Coast in creating cards that align with a non-violent franchise. The only criticism mentioned is the higher cost of the decks compared to standard ones. Overall, the author finds the design and feel of the decks to be exceptional and expresses a desire to see future crossovers with Doctor Who in the game.
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Universes Beyond: Doctor Who is a triumphant meeting of the classic sci-fi show and Magic: The Gathering’s enduring card designs
