The 2009 Magic: The Gathering Zendikar expansion features the Nimana Sell-Sword foil card, a Common Human Warrior Ally with distinct +1/+1 counter synergy mechanics.
Nimana Sell-Sword
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Zendikar
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Description
This Common rarity card is a Black-colored Creature — Human Warrior Ally with a mana cost of {3}{B} and a mana value of 4. It boasts a power and toughness of 2/2, making it a versatile addition to any deck focused on Ally tribal strategies or general creature control. The foil treatment adds a distinctive shimmer to this card, enhancing its visual appeal for collectors who appreciate the tactile and aesthetic qualities of premium print runs from this era. Designed by artist Daarken, the Nimana Sell-Sword offers a unique gameplay mechanic that rewards players for controlling multiple Ally creatures. Whenever this creature or another Ally you control enters the battlefield, you may put a +1/+1 counter on the Nimana Sell-Sword. This ability allows the card to grow significantly in size over the course of a game, transforming from a modest 2/2 into a formidable threat. The flavor text, "He asked if I had work for him. No wasn't the right answer." by Samila, Murasa Expeditionary House, adds narrative depth to the character, grounding the card in the rich lore of the Zendikar plane. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out foil cards from specific sets like Zendikar to complete their collections or to add a touch of elegance to their display cases. The combination of the Ally subtype and the counter-incrementing ability makes the Nimana Sell-Sword a notable card for enthusiasts of the format. Whether you are a long-time player looking to revisit classic mechanics or a new collector exploring the history of the game, this foil card represents a solid piece of the Zendikar era.
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Nimana Sell-Sword
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Daarken
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{B}
Creature — Human Warrior Ally
2 / 2
B
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Whenever this creature or another Ally you control enters, you may put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.
"He asked if I had work for him. No wasn't the right answer." —Samila, Murasa Expeditionary House






