# 2016 Magic: The Gathering Welcome Deck #9

> The Sengir Vampire from the 2016 Magic: The Gathering Welcome Deck is an uncommon black creature card featuring flying and a unique counter-building mechanic.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2016
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Welcome Deck
- **Card number**: #9
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Released in 2016 as part of the Magic: The Gathering Welcome Deck, this Sengir Vampire card (number 9) represents a staple of the black mana strategy in the TCG. Illustrated by Kev Walker, the card depicts a powerful Vampire creature with a mana cost of {3}{B}{B} and a power/toughness of 4/4. Its primary ability grants it Flying, allowing it to evade most blockers, while its secondary effect rewards players by placing +1/+1 counters on itself whenever a creature it damages dies this turn. This design encourages aggressive play and resource accumulation, making it a memorable inclusion in the set. Collectors often seek this card for its classic dark fantasy aesthetic and its role in demonstrating the game's early mechanics. Whether you are a long-time player or just starting your collection, adding this card to your Magic: The Gathering archive connects you to a pivotal era of the game's history.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Sengir Vampire in Magic: The Gathering?

The Sengir Vampire has a mana cost of {3}{B}{B}, requiring five total mana with three generic and two black mana symbols.

### What abilities does the Sengir Vampire card have?

This creature has Flying and a triggered ability that puts a +1/+1 counter on it whenever a creature dealt damage by it dies this turn.

### Who illustrated the Sengir Vampire card from the 2016 Welcome Deck?

The artwork for this card was created by artist Kev Walker, known for his contributions to the early and modern Magic: The Gathering card sets.

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