| Niambi | |
|---|---|
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| Details | |
| Race | Human |
| Birthplace | Femeref, Dominaria |
| Born | c. 4510 AR[1] |
| Spouse | Denik |
| Children |
Kequia Mabutho |
| Parents |
Teferi Akosa Subira |
| Relatives | Mabutho (great-grandfather) |
Niambi is a middle-aged Speaker of Femeref from Dominaria.
Description[ | ]
Niambi is the daughter of Teferi and Subira, wife of Denik, and mother to Kequia and Mabutho.[2]
Now a wise, dark-skinned[note 1][3] woman with lovely features and strands of gray threaded through her long braids, she is an accomplished healer and cleric of the sun-worshipping Femeref faith.[1][4]
History[ | ]
Niambi was born about a decade after the Mending, and grew up in Femeref, formerly a province of Teferi's lost homeland of Zhalfir. Her keen mind helped keep the Femeref together, which allowed for a deeper understanding of their lost traditions and homeland.[5] She became a Speaker for one of its provinces.[2] Speakers play an integral role in reciting the rights and rituals of the dead, ensuring the spirits of those who have passed on are blessed properly and solace is brought to their loved ones.
Young Niambi with her father Teferi
Of the many wayward souls she has tended, Niambi considered her father her first and most important charge.[6] A brilliant mind in her own right, she helped Teferi solve the many puzzles that the planeswalker Urza had left behind.
During Sheoldred's invasion of Dominaria in 4562 AR, she provided medical aid to the nomadic tribes in Jamuraa.[7] She used her magical abilities to interpret dreams and influence minds to convince Magistrate Teshunda of Femeref to grant refuge to the Efravan refugees.[2]
Gallery[ | ]
Niambi avatar for MTG Arena.
Story appearances[ | ]
| Title | Author | Publishing date | Set | Setting (plane) | Featuring |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Return to Dominaria: Episode 6 | Martha Wells | 2018-04-18 | Dominaria | Dominaria | Teferi, Niambi, Gideon Jura, Jhoira, Liliana Vess, Rafwyn Capashen, Shanna Sisay, Tiana |
| Return to Dominaria: Episode 5 | Martha Wells | 2018-04-25 | Dominaria | Dominaria | Teferi, Subira, Kwende, Akime, Niambi |
| Faith in Birds | Marcus Terrell Smith | 2022-08-17 | Dominaria United | Dominaria | Niambi |
In-game references[ | ]
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Notes[ | ]
- ↑ Behind the scenes, Niambi is referred to as "Black."
References[ | ]
- ↑ a b Martha Wells (April 18, 2018). "Return to Dominaria, Episode 6". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
- ↑ a b c Marcus Terrell Smith (August 17, 2022). "Faith in Birds". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
- ↑ Wizards of the Coast (February 4, 2021). "Black is Magic Product Details". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
- ↑ Martha Wells (April 25, 2018). "Return to Dominaria, Episode 7". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
- ↑ Wizards of the Coast (June, 2020). "The Lore of Core Set 2021 on the Cards". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
- ↑ Wizards of the Coast (April 19, 2018). "Dominaria’s history and legends are on full display in the new set!". The Official Magic: The Gathering Tumblr. Tumblr.
- ↑ Langley Hyde (August 11, 2022). "Sand in the Hourglass". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.