Quick Answer

Nightkin Ambusher is a uncommon Creature — Mutant Warrior from PIP (PIP) costing {2}{U}{B}. Current price: $0.12 USD. Legal in Commander.

Nightkin Ambusher MTG card

Nightkin Ambusher

Creature — Mutant Warrior

Card Text

Ward {2} (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.) When this creature enters, target player gets four rad counters. This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player has a rad counter.

Card Stats

4/4 uncommon CMC: 4.0 PIP PIP 🎨 Antonio José Manzanedo
Ward

Market Prices

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$0.12
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TCGPlayer
$1.10
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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$0.79
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Cardmarket
€0.15
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€0.36
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nightkin Ambusher? Basics

Nightkin Ambusher is a Creature — Mutant Warrior card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Ward {2} (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.) When this creature enters, target player gets four rad counters. This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player has a rad counter."

How much mana does Nightkin Ambusher cost to cast? Basics

Nightkin Ambusher has a mana cost of {2}{U}{B}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, U 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.

Nightkin Ambusher's mana cost of {2}{U}{B} 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.

Nightkin Ambusher 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.

Nightkin Ambusher's current oracle text is: "Ward {2} (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.) When this creature enters, target player gets four rad counters. This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player has a rad counter."

What is the current price of Nightkin Ambusher? Pricing

The current market price for Nightkin Ambusher is approximately $0.12 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.1 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.15 EUR.

Where can I buy Nightkin Ambusher? Pricing

You can purchase Nightkin Ambusher 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.

Nightkin Ambusher normal: $0.12 | foil: $1.1

Is Nightkin Ambusher legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Nightkin Ambusher in Standard is not available.

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

Is Nightkin Ambusher legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Nightkin Ambusher in Modern is not available.

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

Is Nightkin Ambusher legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Nightkin Ambusher 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 Nightkin Ambusher legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Nightkin Ambusher in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Nightkin Ambusher legal in Legacy? Legality

Nightkin Ambusher is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Nightkin Ambusher legal in Vintage? Legality

Nightkin Ambusher 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 Nightkin Ambusher legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Nightkin Ambusher 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 Nightkin Ambusher from? Details

This printing of Nightkin Ambusher is from PIP (PIP), with collector number 112.

Nightkin Ambusher may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Nightkin Ambusher's rarity? Details

Nightkin Ambusher is a uncommon card in PIP.

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

Who illustrated Nightkin Ambusher? Details

Nightkin Ambusher was illustrated by Antonio José Manzanedo.

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

What is Nightkin Ambusher's power and toughness? Details

Nightkin Ambusher is a 4/4 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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