The 2002 Judgment expansion introduced Wormfang Drake as a pivotal blue Nightmare Drake, offering unique exile-based gameplay mechanics for Magic: The Gathering players.
Wormfang Drake
2002 • Magic: The Gathering • Judgment
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Released in 2002 as part of the Judgment expansion, the Wormfang Drake stands as a defining blue creature in Magic: The Gathering history. As card number 57 in the set, this Nightmare Drake offers players a distinct strategic option through its exile mechanics. The card features a mana cost of {2}{U} and boasts a 3/4 power-to-toughness ratio, making it a durable presence on the battlefield despite its self-sacrifice requirement. For collectors, the foil variant of Wormfang Drake adds significant visual appeal to any Magic: The Gathering collection. The shimmering finish highlights the artwork by Thomas M. Baxa, capturing the essence of the Judgment era’s design language. While the card’s gameplay involves sacrificing the Drake upon entry to exile another creature, allowing for its return later, its collectibility stems from its place in one of Magic’s most beloved expansions. Whether you are building a vintage Commander deck or completing a Judgment set, the Wormfang Drake foil represents a tangible piece of TCG history. Its enduring popularity among blue-based strategies ensures its relevance for both competitive players and nostalgic collectors alike.
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Card Details
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Wormfang Drake
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Thomas M. Baxa
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{U}
Creature — Nightmare Drake
3 / 4
U
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Flying When this creature enters, sacrifice it unless you exile a creature you control other than this creature. When this creature leaves the battlefield, return the exiled card to the battlefield under its owner's control.
