The Foil Novice Occultist (#117) from Magic: The Gathering's Innistrad: Midnight Hunt set. This Common Human Wizard creature is essential for TCG collectors completing their Midnight Hunt collection.
Novice Occultist
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Innistrad: Midnight Hunt
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The Novice Occultist, cataloged as card number 117, is a Common Human Wizard creature from the 2021 Magic: The Gathering expansion Innistrad: Midnight Hunt. This foil version features a shimmering finish that enhances its visual appeal for collectors focused on parallel variants and set completion. Designed by artist Zara Alfonso, the card depicts a character deeply rooted in the gothic horror themes of the Innistrad plane. In gameplay, this two-mana creature offers a strategic trade-off, allowing players to draw a card at the cost of losing one life when it leaves the battlefield. This mechanic makes it a versatile piece for decks seeking card advantage without requiring excessive mana investment. Collectors value this card for its role in the Innistrad: Midnight Hunt narrative and its accessibility as a Common rarity. Whether you are building a Commander deck or curating a comprehensive collection of Innistrad cards, this foil Novice Occultist represents a key component for dedicated TCG players. The card's enduring popularity stems from its straightforward utility and its place within one of Magic's most beloved modern sets. ## Sources
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Novice Occultist
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Zara Alfonso
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{B}
Creature — Human Wizard
1 / 2
B
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When this creature dies, you draw a card and you lose 1 life.
All across Gavony, in shuttered bedrooms and locked barns, young people seek the answers their elders failed to provide.