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Syx, Robot Overlord is a rare Legendary Creature — Robot Rogue from UNK (UNK) costing {U}{R}.

Syx, Robot Overlord MTG card

Syx, Robot Overlord

Legendary Creature — Robot Rogue

Card Text

Before this game begins, if this is your commander, secretly write down the name of five nonartifact creature cards in your deck to be invaders. Reveal them after the game. At the beginning of your upkeep, target opponent may guess if a creature you control is an invader. If they guess right, exile that creature. If they guess wrong, they lose 3 life. Then you may reveal the name of an invader you control. If you do, put two +1/+1 counters on it. It becomes a Robot artifact creature.

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 2.0 UNK UNK

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Syx, Robot Overlord? Basics

Syx, Robot Overlord is a Legendary Creature — Robot Rogue card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Before this game begins, if this is your commander, secretly write down the name of five nonartifact creature cards in your deck to be invaders. Reveal them after the game. At the beginning of your upkeep, target opponent may guess if a creature you control is an invader. If they guess right, exile that creature. If they guess wrong, they lose 3 life. Then you may reveal the name of an invader you control. If you do, put two +1/+1 counters on it. It becomes a Robot artifact creature."

How much mana does Syx, Robot Overlord cost to cast? Basics

Syx, Robot Overlord has a mana cost of {U}{R}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R, U mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Syx, Robot Overlord's mana cost of {U}{R} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Syx, Robot Overlord has a mana value of 2.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Syx, Robot Overlord's current oracle text is: "Before this game begins, if this is your commander, secretly write down the name of five nonartifact creature cards in your deck to be invaders. Reveal them after the game. At the beginning of your upkeep, target opponent may guess if a creature you control is an invader. If they guess right, exile that creature. If they guess wrong, they lose 3 life. Then you may reveal the name of an invader you control. If you do, put two +1/+1 counters on it. It becomes a Robot artifact creature."

What is the current price of Syx, Robot Overlord? Pricing

Price data for Syx, Robot Overlord is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Syx, Robot Overlord? Pricing

You can purchase Syx, Robot Overlord from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Is Syx, Robot Overlord legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Syx, Robot Overlord in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Syx, Robot Overlord legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Syx, Robot Overlord in Modern is not available.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Syx, Robot Overlord legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Syx, Robot Overlord in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Syx, Robot Overlord legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Syx, Robot Overlord in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Syx, Robot Overlord legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Syx, Robot Overlord in Legacy is not available.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Syx, Robot Overlord legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Syx, Robot Overlord in Vintage is not available.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Syx, Robot Overlord legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Syx, Robot Overlord in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Syx, Robot Overlord from? Details

This printing of Syx, Robot Overlord is from UNK (UNK), with collector number RZ02f.

Syx, Robot Overlord may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Syx, Robot Overlord's rarity? Details

Syx, Robot Overlord is a rare card in UNK.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Syx, Robot Overlord? Details

Syx, Robot Overlord was illustrated by an unknown artist.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Syx, Robot Overlord's power and toughness? Details

Syx, Robot Overlord is a 2/2 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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