Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver — Frequently Asked Questions
6 common questions about Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver in MTG — View Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver
What does Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver do?
Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver is a Legendary Planeswalker — Bolas. Its Oracle text reads: "+3: Each opponent loses 3 life unless that player sacrifices a nonland permanent of their choice or discards a card. −3: Destroy target creature. Draw a card. −11: Nicol Bolas deals 7 damage to each opponent. You draw seven cards." — view the full Oracle text on Scryfall.
What type of card is Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver?
Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver is a Legendary Planeswalker — Bolas. It is a Mythic Rare card from the Hour of Devastation set. Learn more about Cantrip in our MTG wiki.
What format is Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver legal in?
Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver is legal in: Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander. Learn more about Pioneer format in our wiki.
What set is Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver from?
Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver was printed in Hour of Devastation. Browse all cards from Hour of Devastation.
Is Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver good in Commander?
Yes, Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver is legal in Commander. Learn more about the Commander format in our wiki.
What cards are similar to Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver?
There are 20 cards similar to Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver with comparable effects or strategies. Some notable alternatives include Rottenmouth Viper, Torment of Hailfire, Perforating Artist. View all cards similar to Nicol Bolas, the Deceiver.
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