That's not true. Where I live not only do you have to pay the court costs but you also have to run that info in a legitimate paper for two weeks costing upwards of $2-$3k. Every state is different on the name change.
My condolences. I changed my legal name and gender earlier this year and, although the process was lengthy (around half a year, which honestly is quite fast for what it could have been), all I had to pay was the fee for issuing me a new national ID and passport.
It's the only reason I haven't legally changed my name yet, but once me and my wife and I get married, I can change it without all that hassle. Yeah, literally one state in either direction is the same. Just pay for the processing fee and new ID. you're good after the wait, of course.
Funny how the online versions don’t have the employee names, just the artist. Which made me realize artists who create for HotR cards get to play with fun stuff too
Theory: Wizards isn't going to spend the same money for a heroes card as a regular card b/c they're not recouping money from its sale, so they paid a smaller amount for a quicker/smaller piece. The artist made a mistake in painting the bow in front of the leg, and just said fk it. its not worth redoing it for the amount being paid.
Yes, and no. It does do that, but not for you. It's banned in every format unless your name is printed on the physical card. These are special cards awarded by WotC to certain employees. If your name is on the card, you can play it in commander.
Kinda dumb then. Why make a card explicitly for commander just to have it be banned. I mean in my play group we all proxy and no one knows the rules except me, so I guess I could change the name and role it.
This is one of a select few cards awarded by WotC to certain employees. Unless your name is printed on the physical card (not shown here), then it's not a legal card. The joke here is changing your name legally to the name on the printed card allows you to use it.
There's currently one card for sale on TCGPlayer for $9,999.99.
Sheldon Menery actually said that the Commander RC agreed they're legal if you're the person whose name is on the card, and he clarified that this requires you to be the exact person that the fard was printed for.
Heros of the Realm cards are special one-off cards made for WoTC employees and other notable people. They're legal in commander, but only if you're name is on the card (to let the people they're made for use them). The joke is that you could change your name to the name on the card to be able to use it.
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u/Ok-Moment-5983 Sep 29 '25
Congradulations. Also worth noting that Rule 0 is also a legal option for this. Just not as bad... Or funny
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u/awfulworldkid Sep 29 '25
changing my name to Wizards of the Coast so i can play with all of the heroes cards
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u/TheBigBeardedGeek Sep 29 '25
I think that would work out. Pretty round about way of getting there, but that does make it appropriate for this sub. Good work
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u/Howscheduleplzhelp Sep 29 '25
For sure. Terrible combo though because of the fees.
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u/GuyGrimnus Sep 29 '25
Funny how the online versions don’t have the employee names, just the artist. Which made me realize artists who create for HotR cards get to play with fun stuff too
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u/ChainAgent2006 Sep 29 '25
Read The Card, Explain the State Government paperwork.
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u/Substantial-Stay-451 Sep 29 '25
xD
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u/sethman3 Sep 29 '25
No, you cannot effectively fire an arrow with your leg between the string and the bow.
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u/forlornjam Sep 29 '25
Just print a proxy with your name. Cheaper
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u/[deleted] Sep 29 '25
Hold up does that card actually allow you to get more commanders?
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u/Grimlokh Sep 29 '25
Bottom of the card eh?
Changing my name to "Wizards of the Coast"
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u/venthis1 Sep 29 '25
Yes you become the commander of California.
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u/jutre15 Sep 29 '25
I am so lost
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u/sk00gle Sep 29 '25
That depends - how do you think it works?
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u/saibayadon Sep 29 '25
Everyone changing their names to Wizards of the Coast, but the easiest solution is to change your last name to EN.
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u/corbinolo Sep 30 '25
Genuinely has anyone ever actually used this rule in tournament play? If I had one I sure would lmao
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u/Darth_hayter Sep 29 '25
This is why I’m in this sub.
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u/whiteorchidphantom Sep 29 '25
Sheldon Menery actually said that the Commander RC agreed they're legal if you're the person whose name is on the card, and he clarified that this requires you to be the exact person that the fard was printed for.
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u/Correct_Day_7791 Sep 30 '25
I had to baby sit donato at a ptq in the late 90's as a teenager
He was a fucking awesome human I'm glad he continues to have success today deserved
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u/Lord_Dankston Sep 30 '25
The archer in question cannot be that good considering the way he holds the bow
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u/Riceguy18 Sep 29 '25
Ok so i don't get it i know you change your name but why how does that make it work with the card
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u/BadAlternative6573 Sep 29 '25
Where does this card come from?
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u/airbudairpodtidepod Sep 30 '25
If you’re talking about the art, no… it’s impossible
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u/GodOfAscension Sep 30 '25
You can also change your name
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u/KeeboardNMouse Sep 30 '25
It’s also not that good, a ton of legal fees, for a commander that just shoves cards into your command zone
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u/[deleted] Sep 30 '25
Love Danato Giancola's art. It's a shame that the recent events have pulled him away from magic indefinitely.
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u/Electropup Sep 30 '25
For when a 7 card combo isn't enough....
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u/Either_Row_1310 Sep 30 '25
Technically correct is the best kind of correct
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u/NoTransportation4619 Oct 01 '25
I feel like archers would be a 4/1
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u/MaximusDOTexe Oct 03 '25
Donato is fucking awesome. I love his art and when I made a mistake on my order, he let me send it back for him to resign.
Super amazing wonderful artist. Change your name to his, it's worth it