Xathrid Demon

Description

The Xathrid Demon from the 2014 Magic: The Gathering Commander set stands as a formidable presence for any black-focused deck. As a Mythic Rare creature card numbered 170, this edition carries significant weight in the Commander format due to its aggressive design and high impact. The card features a mana cost of {3}{B}{B}{B} and boasts impressive stats of 7/7, enhanced by the keywords Flying and Trample to ensure it can reach opponents quickly. Its true power lies in its upkeep ability, which rewards players for board control. At the beginning of your upkeep, you sacrifice a creature other than Xathrid Demon to deal life loss to each opponent equal to that creature's power. This mechanic creates a dynamic exchange where you can leverage your board state to drain opponents, provided you have the resources to sustain the sacrifice. If no creatures are available to sacrifice, the card’s fallback effect taps itself and deals 7 damage to you, adding a strategic layer to its use. Collectors and players alike appreciate the Xathrid Demon for its efficient mana value and consistent threat level. The card is illustrated by Wayne Reynolds, whose distinctive style adds to the card's collectible appeal within the Commander (C14) expansion. Whether you are building a dedicated black deck or adding a powerful finisher to your collection, this card represents a key piece of Magic: The Gathering history.