Biting-Palm Ninja

Description

The Biting-Palm Ninja holds card number 452 in the 2022 Magic: The Gathering expansion Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty. This release features a foil finish, distinguishing it from the nonfoil prints within the NEO set. As a Rare rarity card, it represents a key component for collectors seeking to complete the full roster of creatures and spells from this futuristic fantasy era. Designed by Andreas Zafiratos, the card depicts a Human Ninja with a mana cost of two generic mana and one black mana. The creature possesses three power and three toughness, making it a mid-range option in gameplay. Its primary mechanic revolves around the Ninjutsu ability, allowing players to swap it onto the battlefield secretly. Once active, the Ninja enters with a menace counter. The card’s unique effect triggers whenever it deals combat damage: the controller may remove that menace counter to force an opponent to reveal their hand and exile a nonland card of their choice. This interaction highlights the stealth and disruption themes central to the Ninja tribe. The reflective finish catches light differently, adding visual weight to the card within a collection or deck box. Whether you are building a Ninja-focused strategy or simply admiring the intricate details of the NEO set's artwork, this card serves as a solid addition to any Magic: The Gathering library. The combination of the foil treatment and the card's strategic utility makes it a notable piece for enthusiasts of the format.