The Anathemancer from Magic: The Gathering's Alara Reborn expansion, a versatile Zombie Wizard featuring the powerful Unearth mechanic.
Anathemancer
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Alara Reborn
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The Anathemancer is a key creature card from the 2009 Magic: The Gathering set Alara Reborn, identified by card number 33 in the ARB code series. Designed by artist Richard Whitters, this uncommon creature brings the Zombie Wizard archetype into play for players seeking dynamic graveyard interactions. The card’s design reflects the distinct visual style of the Alara Reborn expansion, offering a tangible connection to this pivotal era of the game's history. As a five-mana investment, the Anathemancer provides strategic depth through its Unearth ability, allowing players to return it from the graveyard to the battlefield for a significant cost. This mechanic appeals to collectors who appreciate the tactical complexity of Magic's rules engine. The product remains a sought-after piece for enthusiasts building complete Alara Reborn sets or focusing on specific creature types within the TCG landscape. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering, this card represents a specific moment in the game's evolution, valued for its unique abilities and place within the broader Alara block narrative. Integrating this card into a collection highlights the intricate world-building and mechanical variety that define Magic's enduring appeal.
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Anathemancer
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Richard Whitters
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}{R}
Creature — Zombie Wizard
2 / 2
B, R
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When this creature enters, it deals damage to target player equal to the number of nonbasic lands that player controls. Unearth {5}{B}{R} ({5}{B}{R}: Return this card from your graveyard to the battlefield. It gains haste. Exile it at the beginning of the next end step or if it would leave the battlefield. Unearth only as a sorcery.)