The Book of Vile Darkness is a legendary artifact card from Magic: The Gathering's 2021 Adventures in the Forgotten Realms set, featuring a foil mythic rare treatment and card number 374.
The Book of Vile Darkness
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Adventures in the Forgotten Realms
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Description
The Book of Vile Darkness (Card 374) is a legendary artifact from the 2021 Adventures in the Forgotten Realms expansion, distinguished by its foil mythic rare treatment within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Designed by Daniel Ljunggren, this powerful black card serves as a centerpiece for collectors seeking high-rarity artifacts from the Forgotten Realms crossover era. As a legendary artifact with a mana cost of three black mana, The Book of Vile Darkness offers strategic depth for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. The card features a unique end-step trigger that rewards players for taking damage by creating a 2/2 black Zombie creature token if two or more life was lost during the turn. This mechanic encourages aggressive playstyles and synergizes well with decks focused on life loss strategies. Beyond its gameplay utility, The Book of Vile Darkness holds significant appeal for TCG collectors and investors. The mythic rare rarity tier ensures this card stands out in any collection, while the foil finish adds visual distinction and premium quality. As part of the Adventures in the Forgotten Realms set, it represents a notable intersection of D&D lore and Magic: The Gathering mechanics, making it a sought-after item for fans of both franchises. Collectors often seek this card to complete high-rarity sets, build thematic decks, or add a visually striking artifact to their library. The combination of its powerful abilities, mythic rarity, and foil treatment makes The Book of Vile Darkness a valuable addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Whether you are a seasoned TCG investor or a casual collector, this card offers both aesthetic and mechanical value for your library.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
The Book of Vile Darkness
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Mythic Rare
Daniel Ljunggren
Card Stock
English
Foil
{B}{B}{B}
Legendary Artifact — Book
B
Card Text
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At the beginning of your end step, if you lost 2 or more life this turn, create a 2/2 black Zombie creature token. {T}, Exile The Book of Vile Darkness and artifacts you control named Eye of Vecna and Hand of Vecna: Create Vecna, a legendary 8/8 black Zombie God creature token with indestructible and all triggered abilities of the exiled cards.
