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Ink-Treader Nephilim is a rare Creature — Nephilim from GPT (GPT) costing {R}{G}{W}{U}. Current price: $1.53 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Ink-Treader Nephilim MTG card

Ink-Treader Nephilim

Creature — Nephilim

Card Text

Whenever a player casts an instant or sorcery spell, if that spell targets only this creature, copy the spell for each other creature that spell could target. Each copy targets a different one of those creatures.

When it awoke, the mirrors of the world reflected only darkness.

Card Stats

3/3 rare CMC: 4.0 GPT GPT 🎨 Christopher Moeller

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$1.53
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$17.47
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$1.99
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€0.38
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€10.69
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ink-Treader Nephilim? Basics

Ink-Treader Nephilim is a Creature — Nephilim card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever a player casts an instant or sorcery spell, if that spell targets only this creature, copy the spell for each other creature that spell could target. Each copy targets a different one of those creatures."

How much mana does Ink-Treader Nephilim cost to cast? Basics

Ink-Treader Nephilim has a mana cost of {R}{G}{W}{U}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G, R, U, W mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Ink-Treader Nephilim's mana cost of {R}{G}{W}{U} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Ink-Treader Nephilim has a mana value of 4.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Ink-Treader Nephilim's current oracle text is: "Whenever a player casts an instant or sorcery spell, if that spell targets only this creature, copy the spell for each other creature that spell could target. Each copy targets a different one of those creatures."

What is the current price of Ink-Treader Nephilim? Pricing

The current market price for Ink-Treader Nephilim is approximately $1.53 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $17.47 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.38 EUR.

Where can I buy Ink-Treader Nephilim? Pricing

You can purchase Ink-Treader Nephilim from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Ink-Treader Nephilim normal: $1.53 | foil: $17.47

Is Ink-Treader Nephilim legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Ink-Treader Nephilim in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Ink-Treader Nephilim legal in Modern? Legality

Ink-Treader Nephilim is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Ink-Treader Nephilim legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Ink-Treader Nephilim is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Ink-Treader Nephilim legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Ink-Treader Nephilim in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Ink-Treader Nephilim legal in Legacy? Legality

Ink-Treader Nephilim is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Ink-Treader Nephilim legal in Vintage? Legality

Ink-Treader Nephilim is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Ink-Treader Nephilim legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Ink-Treader Nephilim in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Ink-Treader Nephilim from? Details

This printing of Ink-Treader Nephilim is from GPT (GPT), with collector number 117.

Ink-Treader Nephilim may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Ink-Treader Nephilim's rarity? Details

Ink-Treader Nephilim is a rare card in GPT.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Ink-Treader Nephilim? Details

Ink-Treader Nephilim was illustrated by Christopher Moeller.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Ink-Treader Nephilim's power and toughness? Details

Ink-Treader Nephilim is a 3/3 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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