Quick Answer

Okina Nightwatch is a rare Creature — Human Monk from PAL05 (PAL05) costing {4}{G}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Okina Nightwatch MTG card

Okina Nightwatch

Creature — Human Monk

Card Text

As long as you have more cards in hand than each opponent, this creature gets +3/+3.

Only the most skilled budoka could protect the Okina Shrine. Only the best of these protectors took the night watch.

Card Stats

4/3 rare CMC: 5.0 PAL05 PAL05 🎨 Heather Hudson

Market Prices

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$0.60
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$0.49
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€0.27
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Okina Nightwatch? Basics

Okina Nightwatch is a Creature — Human Monk card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "As long as you have more cards in hand than each opponent, this creature gets +3/+3."

How much mana does Okina Nightwatch cost to cast? Basics

Okina Nightwatch has a mana cost of {4}{G}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Okina Nightwatch's mana cost of {4}{G} 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.

Okina Nightwatch 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.

Okina Nightwatch's current oracle text is: "As long as you have more cards in hand than each opponent, this creature gets +3/+3."

What is the current price of Okina Nightwatch? Pricing

Price data for Okina Nightwatch is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Okina Nightwatch? Pricing

You can purchase Okina Nightwatch 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 Okina Nightwatch legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Okina Nightwatch in Standard is not available.

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

Is Okina Nightwatch legal in Modern? Legality

Okina Nightwatch is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Okina Nightwatch legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Okina Nightwatch 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 Okina Nightwatch legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Okina Nightwatch in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Okina Nightwatch legal in Legacy? Legality

Okina Nightwatch is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Okina Nightwatch legal in Vintage? Legality

Okina Nightwatch 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 Okina Nightwatch legal in Pauper? Legality

Okina Nightwatch 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 Okina Nightwatch from? Details

This printing of Okina Nightwatch is from PAL05 (PAL05), with collector number 7.

Okina Nightwatch may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Okina Nightwatch's rarity? Details

Okina Nightwatch is a rare card in PAL05.

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

Who illustrated Okina Nightwatch? Details

Okina Nightwatch was illustrated by Heather Hudson.

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

What is Okina Nightwatch's power and toughness? Details

Okina Nightwatch is a 4/3 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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