Silent Watcher Above the Altar
Niblis of the Urn is a compact but tactical Spirit that earns its slot in control and tempo builds. At {1}{W} this 1 1 flyer pressures ground blockers and brings a useful attack trigger: whenever Niblis of the Urn attacks you may tap target creature. Played on curve it chips away at opposing defenses, softening or locking down a blocker so your larger threats get through or your evasive creatures stick damage past the line.
Innistrad flavor keeps its presence restrained and purposeful. The card text mirrors its printed wording and the spirit reads like a defensive tactic from the clergy of Avacyn rather than a showy finisher. Pair it with anthem effects or flicker recursion to extract repeated value. Add Niblis of the Urn to a white flyers shell for consistent, low cost interaction that turns attacks into tempo plays; include one or two and your opponent will need to rethink blocking choices. Pick up this Near Mint English print to preserve playability and collectibility.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {1}{W}
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Card Type – Creature
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Subtypes – Spirit
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Flying. Whenever this creature attacks, you may tap target creature.
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Power / Toughness – 1/1
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Set – Innistrad Remastered
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Rarity – Uncommon
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Language – English
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Condition – Near Mint