The 1995 Magic: The Gathering Homelands rare card Timmerian Fiends (card number 58) is a sought-after Horror creature known for its unique ante-mode gameplay mechanics.
Timmerian Fiends
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Homelands
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Timmerian Fiends is a distinct entry in the Magic: The Gathering Homelands set, released in 1995 as card number 58. Designed by Mike Kimble, this Rare card brings a Creature — Horror with a mana cost of {1}{B}{B} and a power and toughness of 1/1. While its base stats are modest, the card is historically significant for collectors who appreciate the unique Ante game mode that was available in early Magic: The Gathering environments. The card's rules text allows players to sacrifice the Fiend to potentially exchange ownership of a target artifact, adding a layer of strategic depth and risk to the gameplay experience. This mechanic makes the card a fascinating piece of vintage TCG history, appealing to those interested in the evolution of game design and card mechanics. For enthusiasts of the Homelands expansion, Timmerian Fiends represents a key component of the set's darker, more experimental themes. Its presence in the collector's market highlights the diverse range of gameplay options that were explored during Magic's second set release. Whether for completing a set or appreciating the historical context of the Ante mode, this card holds a special place in the legacy of Magic: The Gathering.
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Timmerian Fiends
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Mike Kimble
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}{B}
Creature — Horror
1 / 1
B
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Remove this card from your deck before playing if you're not playing for ante. {B}{B}{B}, Sacrifice this creature: The owner of target artifact may ante the top card of their library. If that player doesn't, exchange ownership of that artifact and Timmerian Fiends. Put the artifact card into your graveyard and Timmerian Fiends from anywhere into that player's graveyard. This change in ownership is permanent.