Quick Answer

Nimbus Naiad is a common Enchantment Creature — Nymph from PIO (PIO) costing {2}{U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Nimbus Naiad MTG card

Nimbus Naiad

Enchantment Creature — Nymph

Card Text

Bestow {4}{U} (If you cast this card for its bestow cost, it's an Aura spell with enchant creature. It becomes a creature again if it's not attached to a creature.) Flying Enchanted creature gets +2/+2 and has flying.

Card Stats

2/2 common CMC: 3.0 PIO PIO 🎨 David Palumbo
Bestow Flying

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nimbus Naiad? Basics

Nimbus Naiad is a Enchantment Creature — Nymph card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Bestow {4}{U} (If you cast this card for its bestow cost, it's an Aura spell with enchant creature. It becomes a creature again if it's not attached to a creature.) Flying Enchanted creature gets +2/+2 and has flying."

How much mana does Nimbus Naiad cost to cast? Basics

Nimbus Naiad 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.

Nimbus Naiad'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.

Nimbus Naiad 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.

Nimbus Naiad's current oracle text is: "Bestow {4}{U} (If you cast this card for its bestow cost, it's an Aura spell with enchant creature. It becomes a creature again if it's not attached to a creature.) Flying Enchanted creature gets +2/+2 and has flying."

What is the current price of Nimbus Naiad? Pricing

Price data for Nimbus Naiad is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Nimbus Naiad? Pricing

You can purchase Nimbus Naiad 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 Nimbus Naiad legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Nimbus Naiad in Standard is not available.

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

Is Nimbus Naiad legal in Modern? Legality

Nimbus Naiad is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Nimbus Naiad legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Nimbus Naiad 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 Nimbus Naiad legal in Pioneer? Legality

Nimbus Naiad is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Nimbus Naiad legal in Legacy? Legality

Nimbus Naiad is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Nimbus Naiad legal in Vintage? Legality

Nimbus Naiad 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 Nimbus Naiad legal in Pauper? Legality

Nimbus Naiad is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Nimbus Naiad from? Details

This printing of Nimbus Naiad is from PIO (PIO), with collector number 67.

Nimbus Naiad may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Nimbus Naiad's rarity? Details

Nimbus Naiad is a common card in PIO.

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

Who illustrated Nimbus Naiad? Details

Nimbus Naiad was illustrated by David Palumbo.

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

What is Nimbus Naiad's power and toughness? Details

Nimbus Naiad 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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