Hooded Blightfang

Description

The Hooded Blightfang foil card from the 2020 Core Set 2021 (M21) is a rare snake creature that brings specific strategic value to Magic: The Gathering decks. As card number 104 in the M21 set, this creature occupies a distinct slot within the base checklist, distinguishing it from insert subsets or alternate art variants. The foil treatment adds a reflective finish to the card, appealing to collectors who prioritize aesthetic presentation alongside gameplay utility. Hooded Blightfang is a one-color black creature with a mana cost of two generic mana and one black mana, resulting in a mana value of three. Its stats are modest, with a power of one and toughness of four, but its abilities provide significant tactical impact. The card possesses deathtouch, allowing it to destroy any creature it damages regardless of damage amount. Furthermore, whenever a creature you control with deathtouch attacks, each opponent loses 1 life and you gain 1 life. This ability creates a steady stream of life gain and damage output during combat. Additionally, Hooded Blightfang offers protection against planeswalkers. Whenever a creature you control with deathtouch deals damage to a planeswalker, that planeswalker is destroyed. This interaction makes the card particularly effective in formats where planeswalkers are prominent threats. The card was illustrated by Uriah Voth, whose artwork complements the dark theme of the black mana color identity. The foil finish distinguishes this card number 104 from the nonfoil base checklist, while its deathtouch ability supports strategies that trigger effects when creatures deal damage. The card’s ability to trigger multiple times per attack phase makes it a reliable engine for life gain and board control. As card number 104 in the Core Set 2021 checklist, it is part of the standard 359-card base set released in 2020. The combination of its mechanical utility and foil finish makes Hooded Blightfang a notable entry in the M21 library. Collectors can find this card to complete their M21 collection or to enhance their constructed decks with its unique abilities. This Rare card features a Creature — Snake with a mana cost of {2}{B} and power/toughness of 1/4.