Quick Answer

Nimble Obstructionist is a rare Creature — Bird Wizard from AKR (AKR) costing {2}{U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Nimble Obstructionist MTG card

Nimble Obstructionist

Creature — Bird Wizard

Card Text

Flash Flying Cycling {2}{U} ({2}{U}, Discard this card: Draw a card.) When you cycle this card, counter target activated or triggered ability you don't control.

Card Stats

3/1 rare CMC: 3.0 AKR AKR 🎨 Shreya Shetty
Cycling Flash Flying

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 (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nimble Obstructionist? Basics

Nimble Obstructionist is a Creature — Bird Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flash Flying Cycling {2}{U} ({2}{U}, Discard this card: Draw a card.) When you cycle this card, counter target activated or triggered ability you don't control."

How much mana does Nimble Obstructionist cost to cast? Basics

Nimble Obstructionist has a mana cost of {2}{U}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Nimble Obstructionist's mana cost of {2}{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.

Nimble Obstructionist has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Nimble Obstructionist's current oracle text is: "Flash Flying Cycling {2}{U} ({2}{U}, Discard this card: Draw a card.) When you cycle this card, counter target activated or triggered ability you don't control."

What is the current price of Nimble Obstructionist? Pricing

Price data for Nimble Obstructionist is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Nimble Obstructionist? Pricing

You can purchase Nimble Obstructionist 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 Nimble Obstructionist legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Nimble Obstructionist in Standard is not available.

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

Is Nimble Obstructionist legal in Modern? Legality

Nimble Obstructionist is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Nimble Obstructionist legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Nimble Obstructionist 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 Nimble Obstructionist legal in Pioneer? Legality

Nimble Obstructionist is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Nimble Obstructionist legal in Legacy? Legality

Nimble Obstructionist is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Nimble Obstructionist legal in Vintage? Legality

Nimble Obstructionist 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 Nimble Obstructionist legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Nimble Obstructionist 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 Nimble Obstructionist from? Details

This printing of Nimble Obstructionist is from AKR (AKR), with collector number 71.

Nimble Obstructionist may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Nimble Obstructionist's rarity? Details

Nimble Obstructionist is a rare card in AKR.

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

Who illustrated Nimble Obstructionist? Details

Nimble Obstructionist was illustrated by Shreya Shetty.

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

What is Nimble Obstructionist's power and toughness? Details

Nimble Obstructionist is a 3/1 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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