The Magic: The Gathering Niko Aris card from the 2021 Kaldheim set is a legendary Planeswalker designed for strategic gameplay involving shard tokens and card advantage.
Niko Aris
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Kaldheim
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Niko Aris, identified as card number 289 in the 2021 Kaldheim expansion, represents a significant addition to the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This Mythic Rare legendary Planeswalker card introduces a versatile strategy centered around shard tokens. Upon entering the battlefield, players create X Shard tokens, which are enchantments that allow for scrying and drawing cards when sacrificed. The card’s abilities offer dynamic control, including preventing creatures from being blocked and returning them to hand, while also dealing damage to tapped creatures based on cards drawn. Designed by Sara Winters, this U and W colored card appeals to collectors seeking high-rarity Planeswalkers. The intricate mechanics of Niko Aris make it a focal point for decks aiming to manipulate board state and resource generation. It serves as a key component for those interested in the strategic depth of the Magic: The Gathering universe. The card’s design and functionality reflect the innovative spirit of the Kaldheim expansion, offering both gameplay utility and collectible interest.
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Niko Aris
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Mythic Rare
Sara Winters
Card Stock
English
{X}{W}{U}{U}
Legendary Planeswalker — Niko
3
U, W
Card Text
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When Niko Aris enters, create X Shard tokens. (They're enchantments with "{2}, Sacrifice this token: Scry 1, then draw a card.") +1: Up to one target creature you control can't be blocked this turn. Whenever that creature deals damage this turn, return it to its owner's hand. −1: Niko Aris deals 2 damage to target tapped creature for each card you've drawn this turn. −1: Create a Shard token.