The 2018 Magic: The Gathering Treasure Chest Nesting Dragon card. This rare creature offers unique gameplay with flying, landfall triggers, and token creation.
Nesting Dragon
2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Treasure Chest
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Description
The Nesting Dragon is a rare creature card from the 2018 Magic: The Gathering Treasure Chest set, identified by card number 70649. This five-mana red dragon brings a distinct mechanical depth to the game, combining the flying ability with a landfall trigger that rewards players for playing lands. When a land enters the battlefield under your control, the Nesting Dragon creates a 0/2 red Dragon Egg creature token with defender. This token has a secondary ability that triggers when it dies, creating a 2/2 red Dragon creature token with flying and a mana ability to boost its power. Designed by artist Jehan Choo, this card represents a strategic option for decks built around land synergy and dragon tribal themes. The ability to generate a temporary defender and then convert it into a flying attacker provides flexibility in both offense and defense. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often seek out specific cards from the Treasure Chest series for their unique designs and gameplay interactions. The Nesting Dragon stands out with its multi-step token generation, making it a favorite among players who enjoy complex board states. Whether you are looking to complete a collection or enhance your deck with unique mechanics, this card provides a compelling addition. The Treasure Chest set continues to be a notable part of Magic history, offering a diverse range of cards for collectors and players alike. The Nesting Dragon's ability to create tokens with specific abilities makes it a versatile piece for any red-based strategy.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Nesting Dragon
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Jehan Choo
Card Stock
English
{3}{R}{R}
Creature — Dragon
5 / 4
R
Card Text
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Flying Landfall — Whenever a land you control enters, create a 0/2 red Dragon Egg creature token with defender and "When this token dies, create a 2/2 red Dragon creature token with flying and '{R}: This token gets +1/+0 until end of turn.'"
