Ob Nixilis, the Fallen
Secret Lair Countdown 42 • mythic
- Set
- Secret Lair Countdown
- Collector number
- 42
- Rarity
- Mythic
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana black mana black mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- Skinner
- Finish
- Foil
What it does
Landfall — Whenever a land you control enters, you may have target player lose 3 life. If you do, put three +1/+1 counters on Ob Nixilis.
Many live lives of quiet desperation. His is quite loud.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Ob Nixilis, the Fallen was originally released as a mythic rare in the 2009 Zendikar expansion, designed to represent the transformation of a once-mighty planeswalker trapped in a diminished state. The character, created by Wizards of the Coast, serves as a recurring antagonist throughout Magic: The Gathering lore, embodying themes of corruption and tactical ambition. His mechanics center on the 'Landfall' ability, rewarding players for placing lands onto the battlefield, which mirrors his lore-based connection to the power of a plane’s geography.
This specific iteration originates from the 2022 Secret Lair Countdown Kit, a limited-edition product curated to celebrate the game's 30th anniversary. The card features unique art by artist Magali Villeneuve, who was commissioned to provide a fresh, stylized aesthetic that aligns with the premium, collector-focused nature of the Secret Lair series. The release was well-received by the player community for its high-quality foil treatment and the inclusion of iconic figures from the game’s history, marking a significant milestone for longtime collectors.
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