Harbinger of Night Magic The Gathering Mirage Raw

Character: Harbinger of Night

Set:  Mirage

Series: Reserve Block

Card Number: N/A

Rarity: Common

Condition: Raw

Grade: N/A

Year: 1997

Illustrator:  Tom Kyffin

The Harbinger of Night from the Mirage set is a haunting and powerful Rare creature that embodies the creeping dread of inevitable decline. As a 2/3 Spirit with a mana value of 4 ({2}{B}{B}), this card presents a deceptively simple yet strategically devastating presence on the battlefield. Its art, masterfully illustrated by Tom Kyffin, captures the ominous aura of the card—shadowy and spectral, evoking the dark themes of the Suq’Ata region of Jamuraa, where hope is a fleeting concept.

What truly sets the Harbinger apart is its relentless ability: "At the beginning of your upkeep, put a -1/-1 counter on each creature." This global effect applies to all creatures, friend and foe alike, making it a double-edged sword that rewards careful board management. In longer games, this ability steadily weakens opposing forces, turning even the mightiest army into a collection of fragile husks. Skilled players leverage this to control the pace of the game, using removal and protection spells to shield their own key creatures while letting the Harbinger erode the enemy’s ranks over time.

Originally released in October 1996 as part of the Mirage block, this card is also part of the Magic: The Gathering Reserved List, meaning it will never be reprinted in paper form, adding to its collectibility and long-term value. With its evocative flavor text—"Embrace the Harbinger—Suq’Ata expression meaning 'abandon hope'"—the Harbinger of Night is more than just a card; it’s a narrative device that brings the dark, atmospheric world of Jamuraa to life. Whether used as a centerpiece in a control deck or cherished as a vintage collectible, the Harbinger of Night remains a timeless symbol of decay and inevitability in the MTG universe.

Card Type:Summon Spirit

P / T:2 / 3

Flavor:Embrace the Harbinger
—Suq'Ata expression meaning
"abandon hope"

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