The Nihilith card from Magic: The Gathering's Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate. This Horror creature features unique Suspend mechanics and a mana cost of {4}{B}{B}.
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate
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Nihilith is a six-mana Horror creature found in the Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate expansion released in 2022. As a black card, it brings a distinct strategic presence to Magic: The Gathering gameplay, defined by its Fear ability and an innovative Suspend mechanic. The card allows players to exile it with time counters, gradually reducing the cost to cast it for free while granting haste once the final counter is removed. The Suspend ability makes Nihilith particularly interesting for collectors who appreciate complex card mechanics. By paying {1}{B} to suspend the card, players can utilize its trigger effect: whenever a card is put into an opponent's graveyard, a time counter is removed. This interaction creates dynamic gameplay scenarios that appeal to enthusiasts of strategic depth. The card is identified by the set code CLB and carries the number 765 within the Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate catalog. Collectors often seek Nihilith for its thematic design and mechanical uniqueness within the Dungeons & Dragons crossover set. The card represents a significant piece of Magic: The Gathering history, bridging the gap between tabletop strategy and digital card gaming. Its rarity as a Rare card adds to its desirability among those building specialized decks or expanding their library. Whether you are a seasoned player or new to the hobby, understanding the nuances of cards like Nihilith enhances the collecting experience. The artist Dave Allsop created the visual representation for this card, contributing to the overall aesthetic of the Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate set. For collectors, owning a card with such specific mechanics offers a tangible connection to the game's evolving rules and strategies. Nihilith stands as a testament to the creativity embedded in Magic: The Gathering design. Explore the broader collection to discover more unique cards that define this beloved trading card game.
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Nihilith
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Dave Allsop
Card Stock
English
{4}{B}{B}
Creature — Horror
4 / 4
B
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Fear (This creature can't be blocked except by artifact creatures and/or black creatures.) Suspend 7—{1}{B} (Rather than cast this card from your hand, you may pay {1}{B} and exile it with seven time counters on it. At the beginning of your upkeep, remove a time counter. When the last is removed, you may cast it without paying its mana cost. It has haste.) Whenever a card is put into an opponent's graveyard from anywhere, if this card is suspended, you may remove a time counter from this card.
