The Child of Night is a 2017 Magic: The Gathering card from the Explorers of Ixalan set, featuring lifelink abilities for vampire decks.
Child of Night
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Explorers of Ixalan
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Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek specific pieces from the 2017 Explorers of Ixalan expansion to complete their collections. The Child of Night, identified as card number 16 in this set, is a Common rarity creature that represents the Vampire subtype. Designed by Ash Wood, this card serves as a functional addition for players building vampire-themed decks, offering the lifelink ability to drain life from opponents. While Child of Night is a common card, its presence in the set makes it an essential component for those looking to build a complete run of the expansion. Understanding the mechanics of cards like the Child of Night helps collectors appreciate the strategic layers of the game. The black mana cost and two-power toughness make it a standard yet reliable choice for early-game strategies. As the Magic community continues to grow, the demand for complete sets remains strong, driving interest in individual cards from this period.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Child of Night
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Ash Wood
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}
Creature — Vampire
2 / 1
B
Card Text
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Lifelink
Sins that would be too gruesome in the light of day are made more pleasing in the dark of night.
