Quick Answer

Nessian Boar is a rare Creature — Boar from PRM (PRM) costing {3}{G}{G}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Nessian Boar MTG card

Nessian Boar

Creature — Boar

Card Text

All creatures able to block this creature do so. Whenever this creature becomes blocked by a creature, that creature's controller draws a card.

Card Stats

10/6 rare CMC: 5.0 PRM PRM 🎨 Zoltan Boros

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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nessian Boar? Basics

Nessian Boar is a Creature — Boar card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "All creatures able to block this creature do so. Whenever this creature becomes blocked by a creature, that creature's controller draws a card."

How much mana does Nessian Boar cost to cast? Basics

Nessian Boar has a mana cost of {3}{G}{G}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Nessian Boar's mana cost of {3}{G}{G} 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.

Nessian Boar has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Nessian Boar's current oracle text is: "All creatures able to block this creature do so. Whenever this creature becomes blocked by a creature, that creature's controller draws a card."

What is the current price of Nessian Boar? Pricing

Price data for Nessian Boar is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Nessian Boar? Pricing

You can purchase Nessian Boar 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.

Is Nessian Boar legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Nessian Boar in Standard is not available.

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

Is Nessian Boar legal in Modern? Legality

Nessian Boar is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Nessian Boar legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Nessian Boar 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 Nessian Boar legal in Pioneer? Legality

Nessian Boar is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Nessian Boar legal in Legacy? Legality

Nessian Boar is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Nessian Boar legal in Vintage? Legality

Nessian Boar 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 Nessian Boar legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Nessian Boar 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 Nessian Boar from? Details

This printing of Nessian Boar is from PRM (PRM), with collector number 79911.

Nessian Boar may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Nessian Boar's rarity? Details

Nessian Boar is a rare card in PRM.

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

Who illustrated Nessian Boar? Details

Nessian Boar was illustrated by Zoltan Boros.

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

What is Nessian Boar's power and toughness? Details

Nessian Boar is a 10/6 creature.

Power (10) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (6) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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