Kami of Jealous Thirst
From Modern Horizons 3, Kami of Jealous Thirst blends stealth with reach. This Spirit carries Deathtouch and a 1/3 body that pressures the board while remaining a plausible blocker. Its activated ability costs 4W, but if you've drawn three or more cards this turn, the cost is reduced, rewarding heavy card draw. When you activate it, each opponent loses 2 life and you gain 2 life, and you can use this ability only once per turn. The Light Play Foil version adds a restrained shimmer that makes the card stand out without overpowering the table presence.
Practically, Kami rewards tempo play and card flow. It fits well in control and midrange setups where you lean into removal and pressure. The combination of life drain and your own life gain provides a stabilizing edge against aggressive starts, while Deathtouch invites favorable trades that keep you in the game as you draw deeper into your stack.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {2}{B}
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Card Type – Creature Spirit
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Subtypes – Spirit
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Deathtouch. 4W: Each opponent loses 2 life and you gain 2 life. This ability costs 4 less to activate if you've drawn three or more cards this turn. Activate only once each turn.
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Power / Toughness – 1/3
