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Nezahal, Primal Tide is a legendary Elder Dinosaur from the 2018 Rivals of Ixalan expansion. This Magic: The Gathering card features art by Sam Burley and serves as a powerful board presence for collectors and players.

Nezahal, Primal Tide

2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Rivals of Ixalan

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Description

Nezahal, Primal Tide stands as a formidable presence within the 2018 Rivals of Ixalan expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Identified as card number 45 in the RIX set, this legendary Elder Dinosaur is defined by its imposing power and unique defensive capabilities. For collectors, this product represents a significant piece of the Rivals of Ixalan era. As a rare card, it holds a distinct place in the hierarchy of the set, appealing to those who appreciate both the artistic vision and the mechanical depth of the game. The card’s identity as a seven-mana, seven-power creature makes it a centerpiece for decks seeking to control the game state while maintaining card advantage. The rules text emphasizes a strategy of attrition and board control. By preventing opponents from countering spells and eliminating the need to discard cards from hand, Nezahal allows players to maintain a strategic advantage over time. Additionally, the card offers a recursive mechanism, enabling players to exile it temporarily and return it to play, ensuring its presence remains a factor throughout the match. This combination of protection and persistence makes it a highly sought-after component for completionists and enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Whether you are building a collection focused on legendary creatures or seeking to complete the Rivals of Ixalan set, Nezahal, Primal Tide offers a compelling narrative of power and endurance. Its status as a rare artifact from the 2018 release ensures it remains a notable item for any serious collector of trading card game memorabilia.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2018

Series

Rivals of Ixalan

Card Number

#45

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Sam Burley

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{5}{U}{U}

Type

Legendary Creature — Elder Dinosaur

Power / Toughness

7 / 7

Color

U

Card Text

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This spell can't be countered. You have no maximum hand size. Whenever an opponent casts a noncreature spell, draw a card. Discard three cards: Exile Nezahal. Return it to the battlefield tapped under its owner's control at the beginning of the next end step.

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What set is Nezahal, Primal Tide from?

Nezahal, Primal Tide is from the Rivals of Ixalan expansion, released in 2018 for Magic: The Gathering. It carries the set code RIX and is identified as card number 45 in the base set.

Who illustrated Nezahal, Primal Tide?

The artwork for this card was created by artist Sam Burley. His illustration is featured on the rare version of the card within the Rivals of Ixalan set.

What type of creature is Nezahal, Primal Tide?

Nezahal, Primal Tide is a Legendary Creature — Elder Dinosaur. It is a blue card with a mana value of seven, requiring five generic mana and two blue mana to cast.

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