Boneclad Necromancer

Description

The Boneclad Necromancer is a black creature card from Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2020, identified by card number 93 in the M20 set. Released in 2019, this Common card belongs to the Human Wizard creature type and carries a mana cost of {3}{B}{B}. With a mana value of 5, the card presents a 3/3 power and toughness on the battlefield, offering a straightforward yet impactful presence for players managing their resources. The card’s primary ability triggers when it enters the battlefield. Players may choose to exile a target creature card from a graveyard; if they do, they create a 2/2 black Zombie creature token. This mechanic allows for strategic interaction with the graveyard, turning discarded creatures into temporary board presence without relying on complex keywords or external synergies. The flavor text, "Living or dead, everyone responds to the proper motivation," underscores the card's thematic focus on necromancy and control. Artwork for this release was created by Robbie Trevino, whose style brings the Human Wizard to life within the Core Set 2020 design framework. The card's effect allows a player to exile a creature from a graveyard and create a 2/2 black Zombie token, providing utility for deck construction. The Boneclad Necromancer remains a recognizable piece of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, valued for its clear rules text and consistent availability in the Common rarity tier. Its design reflects the era's approach to creature spells that offer immediate board impact through simple, reliable effects.