Niambi, Esteemed Speaker
Core Set 2021 222 • rare
- Set
- Core Set 2021
- Collector number
- 222
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- white mana blue mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Blue · White
- Artist
- Eric Deschamps
- Market price
- $0.31
What it does
Flash
When Niambi enters, you may return another target creature you control to its owner's hand. If you do, you gain life equal to that creature's mana value.
1 generic mana white mana blue mana, tap, Discard a legendary card: Draw two cards.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Niambi, Esteemed Speaker was introduced in the 2021 Core Set for Magic: The Gathering, serving as a reimagining of a classic character. Niambi first appeared in the lore as the daughter of Teferi, the renowned time-mage, and this card was designed to represent her evolution into a capable diplomat and leader within the narrative of Zhalfir. The card mechanics emphasize her supportive role, allowing players to bounce creatures back to their hands to trigger enter-the-battlefield effects while offering card draw, reflecting her scholarly and protective nature.
The artwork for this card was created by illustrator Anna Steinbauer, who is celebrated for her soft, painterly style and ability to imbue characters with a sense of nobility and warmth. In this depiction, Niambi is portrayed with regal poise, highlighting her status as a revered speaker. The piece was well-received by the player base for its evocative storytelling and its contribution to the diversity of iconic figures within the game's expansive multiverse.
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