The Desolation Angel from Magic: The Gathering's 2001 Apocalypse set offers a powerful Black mana option for collectors seeking key rare cards from the set.
Desolation Angel
2001 • Magic: The Gathering • Apocalypse
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Released in 2001 as part of the Apocalypse expansion, the Desolation Angel stands out in Magic: The Gathering history for its aggressive design and impactful game text. Card number 38 in the set, this Rare creature features a mana cost of {3}{B}{B} and brings the formidable Angel subtype to the table. Collectors appreciate this card not only for its aesthetic but for its mechanical depth, specifically the Kicker ability that allows players to pay an additional {W}{W} to destroy all lands on the battlefield rather than just their own. For investors and hobbyists alike, tracking the value of cards from the Apocalypse era provides insight into the evolution of competitive gameplay. The Desolation Angel remains a notable piece for those studying the history of Black mana strategies in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
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Card Details
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Desolation Angel
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Brom
Card Stock
English
{3}{B}{B}
Creature — Angel
5 / 4
B
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Kicker {W}{W} (You may pay an additional {W}{W} as you cast this spell.) Flying When this creature enters, destroy all lands you control. If it was kicked, destroy all lands instead.