The 2021 Modern Horizons 2 release of Nykthos Paragon, a rare foil enchantment creature that enhances life-gain strategies with potent board presence.
Nykthos Paragon
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Modern Horizons 2
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Released in 2021 as part of the Modern Horizons 2 expansion, Nykthos Paragon stands out as a formidable presence in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This card, numbered 22 in the MH2 set, is a Rare rarity enchantment creature with the Human Soldier subtypes, designed to amplify strategies centered around life gain. The foil finish adds a distinct visual appeal, making it a desirable addition for collectors who appreciate the aesthetic variety within the Modern Horizons 2 collection. Nykthos Paragon enters the game with a mana cost of four generic mana and two white mana, resulting in a mana value of six. As a white card, it integrates seamlessly into mono-white or control-oriented decks. Its primary ability triggers whenever you gain life, allowing you to place +1/+1 counters on each creature you control, limited to once per turn. This mechanic provides significant board advantage, turning defensive life-gain plays into offensive power boosts. The card’s power and toughness of 4/6 make it a resilient threat that can withstand removal spells while contributing to the battlefield. Collectors often seek out foil versions of key cards like Nykthos Paragon for their shimmering finish and collectible value within the Modern Horizons 2 set. For players, this card serves as a powerful engine in formats where life gain is a viable strategy, offering flexibility and strength. Whether building a competitive deck or expanding a Modern Horizons 2 collection, Nykthos Paragon represents a strategic and aesthetic asset in the Magic: The Gathering universe.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Nykthos Paragon
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Martina Pilcerova
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{W}{W}
Enchantment Creature — Human Soldier
4 / 6
W
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Whenever you gain life, you may put that many +1/+1 counters on each creature you control. Do this only once each turn.
Though Heliod turned against humanity in his hunger for power, the ideals he once championed still stand strong.
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What is Nykthos Paragon's type line?
Nykthos Paragon is an Enchantment Creature — Human Soldier with a mana value of six.
How does Nykthos Paragon's ability work?
Whenever you gain life, you may put +1/+1 counters on your creatures, but only once per turn.
What set and rarity is Nykthos Paragon from?
It is a Rare card from the Modern Horizons 2 set, released in 2021.
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