The 2015 Tempest Remastered reprint of Recurring Nightmare (Card 113) is a Mythic Rare enchantment valued for its potent graveyard recursion ability.
2015 • Magic: The Gathering • Tempest Remastered
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The 2015 Tempest Remastered release of Recurring Nightmare stands as a significant piece for collectors of Magic: The Gathering who appreciate the legacy of the Tempest block. The card retains its original black mana cost and iconic flavor, making it a staple for decks focused on recursion strategies. Recurring Nightmare was originally illustrated by Jeff Laubenstein, whose distinctive art style has become synonymous with the character Crovax. For collectors, owning this reprint provides a tangible connection to the early 2000s era of Magic, while the 2015 Tempest Remastered printing ensures accessibility for modern players. The card’s ability to sacrifice a creature to bounce itself and return another creature is a versatile tool that has maintained relevance across various formats. Collectors often seek out this card to complete their Tempest Remastered collection or to add a powerful, historically significant enchantment to their library. The Mythic Rare designation highlights its importance within the set, distinguishing it from common and rare variants. Whether you are building a competitive deck or simply appreciating the lore of the Phyrexian invasion, this card offers a unique blend of strategic depth and nostalgic value.
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Recurring Nightmare
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Jeff Laubenstein
Card Stock
English
{2}{B}
Enchantment
B
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Sacrifice a creature, Return this enchantment to its owner's hand: Return target creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield. Activate only as a sorcery.
"I am confined by sleep and defined by nightmare." —Crovax
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This card is from the Tempest Remastered set, released in 2015, and is designated as Card 113. It is a reprint of the original card from the Tempest block, designed to bring classic mechanics to modern players.
Recurring Nightmare is a black enchantment that allows you to sacrifice a creature to return the enchantment to your hand. You can then activate its ability to return a target creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield, but only as a sorcery.
The original artwork for Recurring Nightmare was created by Jeff Laubenstein. His illustration has become iconic among fans of the character Crovax and the broader Magic: The Gathering lore.
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