Pharika, God of Affliction is a mythic rare card from the 2014 Journey into Nyx set. This Legendary Enchantment Creature offers unique gameplay mechanics for Magic: The Gathering collectors.
Pharika, God of Affliction
2014 • Magic: The Gathering • Journey into Nyx
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Description
Pharika, God of Affliction represents a striking addition to the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, specifically from the 2014 Journey into Nyx set. Identified by card number 154 and marked with the JOU set code, this card is classified as a Mythic Rare, making it a sought-after piece for dedicated collectors and players alike. As a Legendary Enchantment Creature with the God subtype, it occupies a unique space in the game’s mechanics, blending the permanence of enchantments with the combat presence of creatures. The card’s design and functionality are defined by its mana cost of {1}{B}{G} and its mana value of 3, appealing to players who utilize black and green mana sources. Its most distinctive feature is its conditional existence: Pharika remains a non-creature until a player achieves seven devotion to both black and green. Once this threshold is met, it transforms into a formidable 5/5 Legendary Enchantment Creature. This mechanic adds a layer of strategic depth, rewarding players who invest in specific color combinations. Beyond its defensive indestructible trait, Pharika offers a powerful ability activated by paying {B}{G}. This effect allows a player to exile a creature card from a graveyard and create a 1/1 black and green Snake enchantment creature token with deathtouch. This ability provides significant board control, turning discarded threats into immediate assets. Created by artist Peter Mohrbacher, the card’s visual presentation complements its thematic role as a deity of affliction. For collectors, owning a copy of Pharika, God of Affliction connects them to the rich lore and mechanical innovation of the Journey into Nyx block. The card’s mythic rarity status and unique gameplay dynamics make it a valuable asset for completing sets or building competitive decks. Whether you are a seasoned player or a new collector, this card from Magic: The Gathering offers both aesthetic appeal and functional versatility, embodying the strategic complexity that defines the game.
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Pharika, God of Affliction
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Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Peter Mohrbacher
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}{G}
Legendary Enchantment Creature — God
5 / 5
B, G
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Indestructible As long as your devotion to black and green is less than seven, Pharika isn't a creature. {B}{G}: Exile target creature card from a graveyard. Its owner creates a 1/1 black and green Snake enchantment creature token with deathtouch.
