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The 2019 Secret Lair Drop release featuring Nicol Bolas, Dragon-God, a Mythic Rare foil card numbered 522 with unique gameplay mechanics.

Nicol Bolas, Dragon-God

2019 • Magic: The Gathering • Secret Lair Drop

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Product Overview

Description

Nicol Bolas, Dragon-God stands as one of the most formidable entities in the Magic: The Gathering universe, and this 2019 Secret Lair Drop release captures his essence in a highly sought-after format. Numbered 522 in the SLD set, this Mythic Rare foil card is a staple for collectors who appreciate the depth of the game's legendary characters. Created by artist Raymond Swanland, the card represents a significant piece of modern Magic history, blending intricate design with powerful gameplay potential. The card's identity is defined by its unique status as a Legendary Planeswalker with the subtype Bolas. Unlike standard planeswalkers, this version possesses the loyalty abilities of every other planeswalker on the battlefield. This mechanic allows players to access a diverse toolkit of effects, from card draw to exile abilities, making it a versatile and powerful presence in any deck. The card requires a mana cost of five mana, colored black, red, and blue, and starts with four loyalty counters. Its devastating ultimate ability forces opponents to control a legendary creature or planeswalker or face immediate defeat, cementing its reputation as a game-ending threat. Collectors value this Secret Lair Drop for its foil treatment and the distinctive appeal of the Dragon-God himself. The card offers a unique twist on the planeswalker archetype, providing strategic depth that appeals to both competitive players and those who enjoy the lore of Magic. Whether used to complete a collection of Nicol Bolas cards or to add a powerful artifact to a library, this card represents a high point in the game's design. It serves as a testament to the creativity of the Secret Lair series, which consistently delivers unique and memorable cards to the Magic community. For investors and hobbyists, the combination of the Mythic Rare rarity and the specific Secret Lair branding makes this a durable asset in the trading card market. The card’s abilities and lore appeal to a broad audience, ensuring its relevance in both casual and competitive play. Owning a copy of Nicol Bolas, Dragon-God from the 2019 Secret Lair Drop is a way to own a piece of Magic’s evolving narrative.

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Card Details

The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

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Year

2019

Series

Secret Lair Drop

Card Number

#522

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.

Rarity

Mythic Rare

Artist

Raymond Swanland

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{U}{B}{B}{B}{R}

Type

Legendary Planeswalker — Bolas

Loyalty

4

Color

B, R, U

Card Text

Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.

Nicol Bolas has all loyalty abilities of all other planeswalkers on the battlefield. +1: You draw a card. Each opponent exiles a card from their hand or a permanent they control. −3: Destroy target creature or planeswalker. −8: Each opponent who doesn't control a legendary creature or planeswalker loses the game.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Nicol Bolas, Dragon-God unique among planeswalkers?

This card is unique because it has the loyalty abilities of all other planeswalkers on the battlefield, rather than having its own distinct set of abilities. This allows it to function as a versatile toolkit for various strategies.

Who illustrated the 2019 Secret Lair Drop version of Nicol Bolas?

The card was illustrated by Raymond Swanland, whose artwork is featured on this Secret Lair Drop release. The foil treatment adds to the visual appeal of the design.

What is the mana cost and type of this card?

Nicol Bolas, Dragon-God is a Legendary Planeswalker — Bolas with a mana cost of {U}{B}{B}{B}{R}. It has a mana value of five and begins the game with four loyalty counters.

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