Magic: The Gathering

Nekrataal

Ninth Edition 149★ • uncommon

Set: Ninth Edition
Collector number: 149★
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 2 generic mana black mana black mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Black
Artist: Adrian Smith
Finish: Foil

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First printed in the Visions expansion, Nekrataal became a staple of black decks for its ability to destroy non-black, non-artifact creatures upon entering the battlefield. This Ninth Edition printing features iconic, visceral artwork by Adrian Smith, whose style helped define the dark aesthetic of early Magic: The Gathering.

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When this creature enters, destroy target nonartifact, nonblack creature. That creature can't be regenerated.

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Nekrataal was originally introduced in the Visions expansion in 1997, designed as a powerful creature that reflects the flavor of Mirage-cycle black magic. The card represents a recurring theme in Magic: The Gathering where a creature enters the battlefield with a conditional removal ability, a design philosophy intended to create immediate board impact for a relatively low mana cost.

The Ninth Edition version, featuring the distinct illustration by Adrian Smith, was released in 2005 as part of the core set transition. Smith’s artwork captures the visceral and dark aesthetic that defines the Nekrataal, utilizing stark shadows and aggressive anatomy to emphasize the creature's role as a silent assassin. The card has remained a staple in graveyard-focused decks and cube environments due to its functional utility.

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NekrataalNinth Edition · #149 · uncommon$0.28

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