The Bloodline Necromancer from the 2017 Magic: The Gathering Commander set. This Vampire Wizard creature provides strategic graveyard recursion for your decks.
Bloodline Necromancer
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander 2017
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Description
The Bloodline Necromancer stands out in the 2017 Magic: The Gathering Commander set as a pivotal Vampire Wizard creature that bridges mana efficiency with board presence. As card number 14 in the C17 expansion, this uncommon release is designed to support players who want to leverage their graveyard resources effectively. With a mana cost of four generic and one black mana, it offers a versatile option for decks looking to expand their creature pool without overextending their resources. What makes this card particularly interesting to collectors is its ability to return target Vampire or Wizard cards from the graveyard to the battlefield upon entering the zone. This recursion mechanic allows players to maintain board presence and reuse key creatures, making it a staple in many Vampire-themed or Wizard-focused strategies. The inclusion of lifelink further enhances its survivability, allowing players to gain life while dealing damage, which is crucial in longer games where life total management is key. For collectors, the Bloodline Necromancer represents a significant piece of the Commander 2017 set, which was released to provide fresh content for the popular singleton format. Whether you are looking to complete a set or enhance your collection with powerful gameplay cards, this release offers a compelling addition.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Bloodline Necromancer
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Joe Slucher
Card Stock
English
{4}{B}
Creature — Vampire Wizard
3 / 2
B
Card Text
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Lifelink When this creature enters, you may return target Vampire or Wizard creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield.
"The veil of death hides little from our kind."
FAQ
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What is the Bloodline Necromancer card ability?
Upon entering the battlefield, you may return a target Vampire or Wizard creature card from your graveyard to your hand. It also has lifelink, meaning you gain life equal to the damage it deals.
What set is the Bloodline Necromancer from?
The Bloodline Necromancer is card number 14 from the Commander 2017 expansion (set code C17) of Magic: The Gathering. It is an uncommon Vampire Wizard creature card.
Is the Bloodline Necromancer a good card for Vampire decks?
Yes, it is highly regarded in Vampire-themed decks due to its ability to recur other Vampires or Wizards from the graveyard. Its lifelink ability also helps stabilize your life total during gameplay.
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