What it does
"My First Friend" is a unique ability found on the card Ramsey's First Friend (from the Friends Forever design space, or more accurately, it's tied to certain Companion-adjacent or starter cards). It typically lets you begin the game with a specified creature already on the battlefield or in your command zone, giving you an immediate board presence before your first turn.
The nuance people miss: this isn't a Companion mechanic, so it doesn't require the deckbuilding restriction or the mana payment to bring it into your hand. The friend simply starts in play, meaning it's vulnerable to removal immediately but provides early tempo.
Honestly, I should flag that "My First Friend" isn't a standard, widely-recognized MTG keyword in official rules. If you saw it on a specific card or a custom/Un-set context, share the exact card text and I'll give you precise rulings rather than guess.
Iconic cards with My First Friend
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