Nylea

Nylea is a fictional deity in the Magic: The Gathering universe, on the plane of Theros. She is the green-aligned goddess of the hunt and the wild, representing forests, predator-prey relationships, and the cycles of life for animals. She embodies archery, hunting, and the stewardship of natural ecosystems. Followers include hunters, rangers, centaurs, dryads, and other woodland beings; her cults worship in forest groves and at seasonal hunts, with deer imagery and offerings of game.

In the Theros mythos, the gods are powerful beings who grant boons to mortals in exchange for devotion. Nylea is associated with green mana and the natural world, and her stories emphasize balance between growth and predation. She is often depicted as a matronly woman entwined with vines and deer, sometimes shown alongside a stag or pack of forest creatures. The symbol of deer and antlers is closely tied to her.

In gameplay terms, Nylea appears as one of the Theros gods, a legendary enchantment with indestructible status. Her devotion to green can allow her to become a creature, and her abilities reflect the themes of life gain, creature strengthening, and forest-aligned synergy that accompany green decks.

Nylea remains a central figure in Theros lore, illustrating the plane's emphasis on nature, wildlife stewardship, and the cycle of seasons within a mythic pantheon.