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Cruel Ultimatum is a rare sorcery from the 2013 Commander 2013 set, numbered 182 in the C13 checklist.

Cruel Ultimatum

2013 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander 2013

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Cruel Ultimatum is a rare sorcery card from the 2013 Commander 2013 set, identified by card number 182 and the set code C13. Designed for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this card requires a mana cost of {U}{U}{B}{B}{B}{R}{R} and has a mana value of 7. It belongs to the B/R/U color identity, offering significant impact through its complex rules text. The card’s effect is designed to disrupt an opponent while simultaneously strengthening the controller. Upon resolution, the target opponent must sacrifice a creature of their choice, discard three cards, and lose 5 life. In return, the controller returns a creature card from their graveyard to their hand, draws three cards, and gains 5 life. This dual nature of inflicting damage and resource denial makes it a notable inclusion for players who favor aggressive or control-oriented strategies in the Commander format. Art by Todd Lockwood, the card features flavor text that reads: "There is always a greater power." This thematic element complements the card’s overwhelming effect, reinforcing the narrative of dominance and sacrifice inherent in the game’s lore. Cruel Ultimatum is a Rare sorcery card from the Commander 2013 set, identified by card number 182. The card features a mana value of 7 and costs {U}{U}{B}{B}{B}{R}{R} to cast.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2013

Series

Commander 2013

Card Number

#182

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Todd Lockwood

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{U}{U}{B}{B}{B}{R}{R}

Type

Sorcery

Color

B, R, U

Card Text

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Target opponent sacrifices a creature of their choice, discards three cards, then loses 5 life. You return a creature card from your graveyard to your hand, draw three cards, then gain 5 life.

There is always a greater power.

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What are the mana cost and colors of Cruel Ultimatum?

Cruel Ultimatum has a mana cost of {U}{U}{B}{B}{B}{R}{R} and a mana value of 7. It is a multi-colored card belonging to the Blue, Black, and Red color identity.

What is the gameplay effect of Cruel Ultimatum?

This sorcery forces the target opponent to sacrifice a creature, discard three cards, and lose 5 life. The controller then returns a creature card from their graveyard to their hand, draws three cards, and gains 5 life.

Which set does Cruel Ultimatum belong to?

Cruel Ultimatum is part of the Commander 2013 set, released in 2013. It is numbered 182 in the set's checklist and carries the set code C13.

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