The 2013 Gatecrash Nightveil Specter foil trading card (Number 222) from Magic: The Gathering, a rare creature card known for its distinctive exile-based gameplay mechanics.
Nightveil Specter
2013 • Magic: The Gathering • Gatecrash
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Description
Nightveil Specter is a creature card from the 2013 Gatecrash expansion in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Identified by card number 222 and the set code GTC, this foil version adds a distinct visual sheen to the collectible. The card is classified as a Rare with a mana value of 3, featuring a mana cost of {U/B}{U/B}{U/B} and belonging to the black and blue colors. As a Creature — Specter with 2 power and 3 toughness, it brings specific strategic weight to deck construction through its unique abilities. The card’s design includes the keyword ability Flying, allowing it to evade most blockers. Its primary interaction revolves around exile: whenever Nightveil Specter deals combat damage to a player, that player exiles the top card of their library. The controller of the Specter may then play lands and cast spells from among those exiled cards. This mechanic creates a dynamic resource engine, offering collectors and players a tangible way to manipulate the game state by accessing the opponent's library. The Nightveil Specter foil stands out as a sought-after piece for Magic: The Gathering collectors who appreciate the Gatecrash era. Whether you are building a themed collection around the Specter subtype or focusing on the unique exile mechanics introduced in this set, this card offers a compelling addition to any portfolio. The combination of its foil finish, rare status, and interactive gameplay makes it a staple for enthusiasts of the trading card game.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Nightveil Specter
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Min Yum
Card Stock
English
Foil
{U/B}{U/B}{U/B}
Creature — Specter
2 / 3
B, U
Card Text
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Flying Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, that player exiles the top card of their library. You may play lands and cast spells from among cards exiled with this creature.
FAQ
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What are the gameplay mechanics of Nightveil Specter?
Nightveil Specter has the Flying keyword and an ability that exiles the top card of an opponent's library when it deals combat damage. You can then play lands and cast spells from among those exiled cards.
What is the mana cost and type of Nightveil Specter?
This card is a Creature — Specter with a mana value of 3. Its mana cost is {U/B}{U/B}{U/B}, meaning it requires one blue and one black mana, plus two generic mana, to cast.
What set and rarity does card number 222 belong to?
Card number 222 is Nightveil Specter from the Gatecrash set, released in 2013. It is printed as a Rare card within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
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