The Vampire Nocturnus foil card from the Magic 2010 set is a Mythic Rare Vampire creature that provides powerful board presence and synergy.
Vampire Nocturnus
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic 2010
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Description
The Vampire Nocturnus card, numbered 118, is a Mythic Rare creature from the Magic 2010 set (M10), released in 2009. As a black Vampire, it carries a mana cost of {1}{B}{B}{B} and possesses a power and toughness of 3/3. This card introduces a distinct mechanic that rewards players for controlling black mana. By revealing the top card of their library, a player can determine if the card is black. If it is, Vampire Nocturnus and other controlled Vampires gain +2/+1 power and toughness and the flying ability. This interaction creates a strategic depth that appeals to fans of the Vampire tribal archetype. The foil treatment adds a premium visual element to this Mythic Rare card, making it a desirable addition for those who appreciate the aesthetic variations within the Magic 2010 set. Vampire Nocturnus is a Mythic Rare Vampire creature from the 2009 Magic 2010 set that provides a +2/+1 boost and flying to other Vampires you control when the top card of your library is black. Its black color identity and Vampire subtype place it firmly within the game's darker themes, appealing to enthusiasts of the genre. The card remains a notable example of the strategic possibilities available in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, particularly for those interested in the mechanics introduced in the 2009 core set release.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Vampire Nocturnus
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Mythic Rare
Raymond Swanland
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{B}{B}{B}
Creature — Vampire
3 / 3
B
Card Text
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Play with the top card of your library revealed. As long as the top card of your library is black, this creature and other Vampire creatures you control get +2/+1 and have flying.
"Your life will set with the sun."
FAQ
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What is the mana cost of Vampire Nocturnus?
The mana cost for Vampire Nocturnus is {1}{B}{B}{B}, requiring one colorless mana and three black mana to cast. This results in a mana value of 4.
What abilities does Vampire Nocturnus have?
Vampire Nocturnus has a triggered ability that checks the top card of your library. If that card is black, it and other Vampires you control get +2/+1 and have flying.
Is Vampire Nocturnus a Mythic Rare card?
Yes, Vampire Nocturnus is classified as a Mythic Rare card in the Magic 2010 set. It is numbered 118 and is one of the highest rarity cards in that set.
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