Quick Answer

Nimbus of the Isles is a common Creature — Elemental from BBD (BBD) costing {4}{U}. Current price: $0.1 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Nimbus of the Isles MTG card

Nimbus of the Isles

Creature — Elemental

Card Text

Flying (This creature can't be blocked except by creatures with flying or reach.)

The people of the Sevick Isles have a unique understanding of the term "ominous clouds."

Card Stats

3/3 common CMC: 5.0 BBD BBD 🎨 Cliff Childs
Flying

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.10
Normal
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TCGPlayer
$0.30
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.03
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Cardmarket
€0.12
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nimbus of the Isles? Basics

Nimbus of the Isles is a Creature — Elemental card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying (This creature can't be blocked except by creatures with flying or reach.)"

How much mana does Nimbus of the Isles cost to cast? Basics

Nimbus of the Isles has a mana cost of {4}{U}, which equals 5.0 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 of the Isles's mana cost of {4}{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 of the Isles 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.

Nimbus of the Isles's current oracle text is: "Flying (This creature can't be blocked except by creatures with flying or reach.)"

What is the current price of Nimbus of the Isles? Pricing

The current market price for Nimbus of the Isles is approximately $0.1 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.3 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.03 EUR.

Where can I buy Nimbus of the Isles? Pricing

You can purchase Nimbus of the Isles 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.

Nimbus of the Isles normal: $0.1 | foil: $0.3

Is Nimbus of the Isles legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Nimbus of the Isles in Standard is not available.

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

Is Nimbus of the Isles legal in Modern? Legality

Nimbus of the Isles is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Nimbus of the Isles legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Nimbus of the Isles 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 of the Isles legal in Pioneer? Legality

Nimbus of the Isles is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Nimbus of the Isles legal in Legacy? Legality

Nimbus of the Isles is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Nimbus of the Isles legal in Vintage? Legality

Nimbus of the Isles 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 of the Isles legal in Pauper? Legality

Nimbus of the Isles 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 of the Isles from? Details

This printing of Nimbus of the Isles is from BBD (BBD), with collector number 124.

Nimbus of the Isles may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Nimbus of the Isles's rarity? Details

Nimbus of the Isles is a common card in BBD.

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

Who illustrated Nimbus of the Isles? Details

Nimbus of the Isles was illustrated by Cliff Childs.

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 of the Isles's power and toughness? Details

Nimbus of the Isles is a 3/3 creature.

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

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