Nicol Bolas #81 from the 1995 Chronicles Foreign Black Border expansion. This rare Legendary Elder Dragon features a six-color mana cost and a devastating hand discard ability.
Nicol Bolas
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Chronicles Foreign Black Border
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Identified as card number 81 in the 1995 Chronicles Foreign Black Border expansion, this Magic: The Gathering card represents one of the most formidable threats in the game's early history. Created by artist Edward P. Beard, Jr., the card depicts Nicol Bolas as a Legendary Creature — Elder Dragon with a staggering mana value of 8. Collectors appreciate this piece for its complex color identity, requiring Blue, Black, and Red mana to cast. The card's mechanics are legendary among TCG enthusiasts. It possesses Flying and imposes a significant upkeep cost, forcing players to sacrifice the creature unless they pay {U}{B}{R}. Its most feared ability triggers whenever it deals damage to an opponent, causing that player to discard their entire hand. This unique combination of power and risk makes it a standout piece for vintage Magic: The Gathering collections. For investors and completists alike, finding a clean example of this rare card is a priority. Whether you are building a Commander deck or focusing on vintage set completion, this Nicol Bolas card remains a critical component.
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Nicol Bolas
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Edward P. Beard, Jr.
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}{U}{B}{B}{R}{R}
Legendary Creature — Elder Dragon
7 / 7
B, R, U
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Flying At the beginning of your upkeep, sacrifice Nicol Bolas unless you pay {U}{B}{R}. Whenever Nicol Bolas deals damage to an opponent, that player discards their hand.