The Nivmagus Elemental is a 1-mana Creature — Elemental from the 2012 Return to Ravnica expansion, numbered 219 in the set.
2012 • Magic: The Gathering • Return to Ravnica
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The Nivmagus Elemental (Card Number 219) is a distinct creature card from the 2012 Return to Ravnica expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Designed by artist Mike Bierek, this Rare card features a mana cost of {U/R} and a mana value of 1, making it a low-cost inclusion in the game. It is classified as a Creature — Elemental with a power and toughness of 1/2. The card’s unique ability allows players to exile an instant or sorcery spell they control to place two +1/+1 counters on the Elemental, sacrificing the spell’s resolution for a temporary power boost. This mechanic offers strategic depth, enabling players to manipulate board states by converting removed spells into creature growth. The flavor text accompanying the card hints at the experimental nature of its creation, noting that the experimenters hesitated upon its escape, fearing untold havoc yet eager to witness its potential. Collectors and players seeking to build complete sets of the Return to Ravnica expansion will find this card an essential component. Its efficient mana cost and flexible ability make it a notable part of the set’s design. Whether you are a dedicated collector focusing on the 2012 release or a player looking to expand your library of elemental creatures, the Nivmagus Elemental represents a key piece of the Return to Ravnica catalog. Its specific card number and rarity designation ensure it stands out in any organized collection of Magic: The Gathering products from that era.
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Nivmagus Elemental
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Mike Bierek
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English
{U/R}
Creature — Elemental
1 / 2
R, U
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Exile an instant or sorcery spell you control: Put two +1/+1 counters on this creature. (That spell won't resolve.)
When it escaped, the experimenters hesitated. It would cause untold havoc, yet they wished to see it in action.
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