| Name | Noxious Newt  |
|---|---|
| Type | Creature — salamander |
| Description | Deathtouch
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| Flavor | Brightly-colored skin doesn't always mean a creature is poisonous, but why take the risk? |
| Artist | Aaron Miller |
| Set | Secrets of Strixhaven #155 |
| Wallpaper |  download |
| Image |  download |
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Noxious Newt, Creature — salamander, designed by Aaron Miller first released in Apr, 2026 in the set Secrets of Strixhaven. It see play in 1 formats: Commander.
Noxious Newt would fit best in a green midrange or ramp deck that wants early mana acceleration while still having a defensive body, since a 1G creature with deathtouch can deter attacks and trade up while also tapping for {G}; it could also see niche use in deathtouch-synergy or sacrifice-based strategies that value cheap creatures with relevant combat keywords. However, compared to staple mana creatures like **Llanowar Elves**, **Elvish Mystic**, or **Fyndhorn Elves**, which cost only {G} and accelerate you a full turn earlier, this card is less efficient for pure ramp, and even **Paradise Druid** or **Incubation Druid** may offer more upside depending on the format. While the added deathtouch gives it better defensive utility than most mana dorks, the extra mana in its cost likely makes it too slow for competitive constructed play, though it could be solid in Limited or more casual environments where the combination of ramp and deterrence is more valuable.
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