Abyssal Nocturnus is a Rare Horror creature from the 2006 Magic: The Gathering Guildpact expansion, identified as card #43.
Abyssal Nocturnus
2006 • Magic: The Gathering • Guildpact
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Abyssal Nocturnus stands as a formidable Horror creature within the Magic: The Gathering Guildpact expansion, released in 2006. As card number 43 in the set, this Rare card features a mana cost of three black mana and boasts a power and toughness of 2/2. Its strategic value lies in its triggered ability, which enhances the creature significantly whenever an opponent discards a card, granting it +2/+2 and the Fear keyword until the end of the turn. This mechanic makes it a compelling choice for collectors building decks focused on discard synergies or those seeking iconic creatures from the Guildpact era. For Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts, adding this card to their collection offers a piece of the game's rich lore and competitive history. Whether you are a seasoned collector looking to complete your Guildpact set or a player interested in the card's unique mechanics, Abyssal Nocturnus remains a notable entry in the Magic catalog. Its design and gameplay effects continue to appeal to fans of the franchise, making it a valuable addition for any serious collector's archive.
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Card Details
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Abyssal Nocturnus
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Jon Foster
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}{B}
Creature — Horror
2 / 2
B
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Whenever an opponent discards a card, this creature gets +2/+2 and gains fear until end of turn. (It can't be blocked except by artifact creatures and/or black creatures.)
"I fear to keep an open mind, for there are those who would use it as a door to my soul." —Voka Schlak, Mauzam Asylum inmate, diary