The 2025 Magic: The Gathering Marvel Universe Mythic Rare foil card, Nine Lives (Card #3), is a strategic enchantment that offers unique defensive gameplay mechanics for TCG enthusiasts.
Nine Lives
2025 • Magic: The Gathering • Marvel Universe
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Description
The 2025 Magic: The Gathering Marvel Universe expansion brings iconic characters into the TCG landscape, and card number 3, Nine Lives, stands out as a pivotal enchantment. Printed as a Mythic Rare foil, this card captures the attention of collectors who appreciate both the aesthetic finish and the strategic depth it brings to the game. From a gameplay perspective, Nine Lives offers a distinct defensive strategy. With a mana cost of {1}{W}{W}, it requires a modest investment to enter the battlefield. The card’s primary ability grants hexproof, protecting it from targeted effects, while simultaneously providing a crucial damage prevention mechanism. Instead of taking damage, players can place incarnation counters on the enchantment. This creates a unique risk-reward dynamic: as the game progresses and more counters accumulate, the threat of losing the game upon the card leaving the battlefield adds a layer of tension to every match. It is a card that rewards careful planning and strategic foresight. The artwork is crafted by C.F. Villa and Brian Reber, contributing to the high production standards of the Marvel Universe set. Whether you are building a themed deck around Marvel characters or seeking to complete your collection of high-rarity enchantments, Nine Lives represents a significant piece of the 2025 Magic: The Gathering catalog. Its unique mechanics make it a favorite among players who enjoy interactive and high-stakes gameplay experiences., enthusiasts can find this card as part of their journey to assemble a comprehensive library of modern TCG staples.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Nine Lives
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Mythic Rare
C.F. Villa & Brian Reber
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{W}{W}
Enchantment
W
Card Text
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Hexproof If a source would deal damage to you, prevent that damage and put an incarnation counter on this enchantment. When there are nine or more incarnation counters on this enchantment, exile it. When this enchantment leaves the battlefield, you lose the game.
FAQ
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What is the mana cost of the Nine Lives card?
The Nine Lives enchantment has a mana cost of {1}{W}{W}, requiring one colorless mana and two white mana to cast. This gives it a mana value of three, making it accessible in the mid-game without requiring excessive resource investment.
What are the main abilities of the Nine Lives card?
Nine Lives grants hexproof to protect itself from targeted spells. Its key ability prevents damage dealt to you by instead placing incarnation counters on it. If the card leaves the battlefield while it has counters, you lose the game, creating a high-stakes defensive mechanism.
Who is the artist for the Nine Lives card in the Marvel Universe set?
The artwork for the Nine Lives card in the 2025 Magic: The Gathering Marvel Universe set was created by C.F. Villa and Brian Reber. Their collaboration brings a distinctive visual style to this Mythic Rare enchantment.
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