The 2011 Innistrad foil edition of Nightbird's Clutches is a sought-after sorcery card featuring the unique flashback mechanic and artwork by Jason A. Engle.
Nightbird's Clutches
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Innistrad
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Description
Nightbird's Clutches stands as a functional sorcery from the 2011 Innistrad expansion of Magic: The Gathering, identified by card number 154. This card features a foil finish that distinguishes it within the set, offering collectors a visually distinct piece for their Magic: The Gathering trading card game collections. Designed by artist Jason A. Engle, the card represents the gothic horror theme that defined the Innistrad block, appealing to fans of the franchise's unique aesthetic and narrative style. From a gameplay perspective, Nightbird's Clutches is a red sorcery with a mana cost of one generic mana and one red mana. Its primary effect allows players to target up to two creatures, preventing them from blocking for the current turn. This utility makes it a staple in competitive formats where controlling the battlefield is essential. A key feature of this card is its flashback ability, which permits casting the spell from the graveyard for an additional cost of three generic mana and one red mana. Once used, the card is exiled, adding a layer of strategic depth and resource management to the game. Collectors often seek out the foil version of Nightbird's Clutches due to its shimmering surface and the prestige associated with premium finishes in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Owning this card provides a tangible connection to that era, making it a valuable addition for those who appreciate both the artistic and strategic elements of the game. The combination of Engle's artistry and the card's versatile gameplay ensures it remains a relevant and desirable item for enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
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Card Details
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Nightbird's Clutches
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Jason A. Engle
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{R}
Sorcery
R
Card Text
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Up to two target creatures can't block this turn. Flashback {3}{R} (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its flashback cost. Then exile it.)
Shiny polished silver can ward off many creatures, but it attracts others.






