The Phyrexian Plaguelord is a 5-mana Rare creature card from Magic: The Gathering's 2017 Commander Anthology set, featuring unique sacrifice mechanics.
Phyrexian Plaguelord
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander Anthology
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The Phyrexian Plaguelord, identified as card number 61 in the 2017 Commander Anthology set, stands as a potent option for players seeking impactful removal in Magic: The Gathering. This Rare card features a mana cost of {3}{B}{B} and serves as a Creature — Phyrexian Carrier with a power and toughness of 4/4. Its design allows for versatile strategic play through its dual abilities: players can sacrifice the Plaguelord to reduce a target creature's power and toughness by four, or sacrifice any other creature to apply a one-point reduction to an opponent's unit. This flexibility makes it a valuable inclusion in decks focused on attrition and board control. Collectors appreciate this card for its distinct Phyrexian lore and its role within the Commander Anthology release, which highlights staple cards for the popular format. The card's black color identity and Carrier subtype further define its thematic place in the Magic universe. For enthusiasts building collections or searching for specific cards, this release offers a notable piece of TCG history. The Commander Anthology series continues to be a significant reference point for players looking to expand their understanding of key cards in the game's ecosystem. Whether for completing a set or exploring strategic options, the Phyrexian Plaguelord remains a recognizable and functional part of the Magic: The Gathering catalog.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Phyrexian Plaguelord
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Kev Walker
Card Stock
English
{3}{B}{B}
Creature — Phyrexian Carrier
4 / 4
B
Card Text
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{T}, Sacrifice this creature: Target creature gets -4/-4 until end of turn. Sacrifice a creature: Target creature gets -1/-1 until end of turn.
"The final stage of the illness: delirium, convulsions, and death." —Phyrexian progress notes