Nightmare is a Rare Black creature card from the 2016 Magic: The Gathering Welcome Deck. This #8 card features art by Vance Kovacs and belongs to the W16 set.
Nightmare
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Welcome Deck 2016
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Description
Nightmare is a Rare card from the Magic: The Gathering Welcome Deck 2016 set, designated as card number 8 in the W16 series. Illustrated by Vance Kovacs, this Black mana card features the creature type Nightmare Horse. It has a mana cost of {5}{B} and a mana value of 6, with a power and toughness of */*. The card possesses the Flying keyword ability.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Nightmare
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Vance Kovacs
Card Stock
English
{5}{B}
Creature — Nightmare Horse
* / *
B
Card Text
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Flying (This creature can't be blocked except by creatures with flying or reach.) Nightmare's power and toughness are each equal to the number of Swamps you control.
The thunder of its hooves beats dreams into despair.
FAQ
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What is the mana cost of Nightmare in Magic: The Gathering?
The mana cost for Nightmare is {5}{B}, requiring five generic mana and one black mana. It has a mana value of 6.
Who is the artist for the 2016 Welcome Deck Nightmare card?
The card art for Nightmare in the Welcome Deck 2016 set was created by Vance Kovacs.
What creature types does Nightmare have in Magic: The Gathering?
Nightmare is classified as a Creature — Nightmare Horse. It is a black mana card with the Flying keyword.
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