Infernal Reckoning is a rare black instant from the 2018 Magic: The Gathering Core Set, offering a strategic option to remove colorless creatures while gaining life.
Infernal Reckoning
2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Core Set
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Infernal Reckoning, identified as card number 102, is a rare instant card from the 2018 Magic: The Gathering Core Set, also known by its set code M19. Created by artist Bram Sels, this black mana card requires only one mana to cast, making it an efficient tool for early-game board control. The card’s primary effect allows players to exile a target colorless creature, gaining life equal to that creature's power. This mechanic is particularly valuable in formats where colorless artifacts and Eldrazi creatures are prevalent, providing both removal and resource stabilization in a single action. Collectors often seek this card for its role in the Core Set's design, which emphasized accessible and powerful mechanics for new and returning players alike. The M19 release remains a cornerstone for Magic: The Gathering trading card game enthusiasts building their black decks. Whether for completing a set or enhancing a competitive deck, Infernal Reckoning represents a key piece of the Core Set's strategic landscape. Its straightforward yet impactful ability makes it a staple in many black-based strategies. For collectors, the rarity and distinct art of this card add to its appeal within the broader Magic: The Gathering ecosystem. Its place in the M19 set highlights the enduring popularity of black's removal spells in the trading card game.
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Infernal Reckoning
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Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Bram Sels
Card Stock
English
{B}
Instant
B
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Exile target colorless creature. You gain life equal to its power.
"When these intruders are gone, Zendikar will be my throne, my palace, my playground."