Quick Answer

Niambi, Beloved Protector is a rare Legendary Creature — Human Cleric from YDMU (YDMU) costing {W}{U}.

Niambi, Beloved Protector MTG card

Niambi, Beloved Protector

Legendary Creature — Human Cleric

Card Text

Flash When Niambi, Beloved Protector enters, if you cast it, choose target nonlegendary creature card in your graveyard that was put there from the battlefield this turn. Return it to the battlefield. It perpetually gains "Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability, draw a card. This ability triggers only once each turn."

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 2.0 YDMU YDMU 🎨 Julia Metzger
Flash

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Niambi, Beloved Protector? Basics

Niambi, Beloved Protector is a Legendary Creature — Human Cleric card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flash When Niambi, Beloved Protector enters, if you cast it, choose target nonlegendary creature card in your graveyard that was put there from the battlefield this turn. Return it to the battlefield. It perpetually gains "Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability, draw a card. This ability triggers only once each turn.""

How much mana does Niambi, Beloved Protector cost to cast? Basics

Niambi, Beloved Protector has a mana cost of {W}{U}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Niambi, Beloved Protector's mana cost of {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.

Niambi, Beloved Protector has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Niambi, Beloved Protector's current oracle text is: "Flash When Niambi, Beloved Protector enters, if you cast it, choose target nonlegendary creature card in your graveyard that was put there from the battlefield this turn. Return it to the battlefield. It perpetually gains "Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability, draw a card. This ability triggers only once each turn.""

What is the current price of Niambi, Beloved Protector? Pricing

Price data for Niambi, Beloved Protector is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Niambi, Beloved Protector? Pricing

You can purchase Niambi, Beloved Protector 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 Niambi, Beloved Protector legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Niambi, Beloved Protector in Standard is not available.

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

Is Niambi, Beloved Protector legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Niambi, Beloved Protector in Modern is not available.

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

Is Niambi, Beloved Protector legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Niambi, Beloved Protector in Commander is not available.

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

Is Niambi, Beloved Protector legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Niambi, Beloved Protector in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Niambi, Beloved Protector legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Niambi, Beloved Protector in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Niambi, Beloved Protector legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Niambi, Beloved Protector in Vintage is not available.

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 Niambi, Beloved Protector legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Niambi, Beloved Protector 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 Niambi, Beloved Protector from? Details

This printing of Niambi, Beloved Protector is from YDMU (YDMU), with collector number 24.

Niambi, Beloved Protector may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Niambi, Beloved Protector's rarity? Details

Niambi, Beloved Protector is a rare card in YDMU.

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

Who illustrated Niambi, Beloved Protector? Details

Niambi, Beloved Protector was illustrated by Julia Metzger.

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

What is Niambi, Beloved Protector's power and toughness? Details

Niambi, Beloved Protector is a 2/2 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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