Gift of the Viper: Untap and Empower
Gift of the Viper is a green instant from Modern Horizons 3 that can reshape a single creature into a much more durable threat. It puts a +1/+1 counter, a reach counter, and a deathtouch counter on target creature, then untaps it. That combination improves both offensive and defensive plays, letting a punchy beater swing with added resilience or set up a cleaner block against evasive threats. In Light Play condition, this common card remains a practical part of green tempo and value heavy decks, delivering momentum without overcommitting mana.
The flavor text ties the card to the Ohran lore, hinting that mages endure venom for power. This sense of measured risk aligns with Gift of the Viper's design: a precise, flexible spell that rewards timing and board reading. In Modern Horizons 3, it serves as a compact tool to extend a plan by stacking multiple counters on one creature and then reusing the untap to threaten again or defend when needed.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost – {G}
- Card Type – Instant
- Subtypes – (none)
- Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Put a +1/+1 counter, a reach counter, and a deathtouch counter on target creature. Untap it.
- Power / Toughness –
- Loyalty –
