The Anthem of Rakdos foil card from Magic: The Gathering's 2006 Dissension expansion, featuring Hellbent mechanics and rare status.
Anthem of Rakdos
2006 • Magic: The Gathering • Dissension
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Anthem of Rakdos card number 102 from the Dissension expansion stands as a compelling piece of Magic: The Gathering history from 2006. Released during a pivotal era for the trading card game, this foil enchantment captures the aggressive spirit of the Rakdos guild. With a mana cost of {2}{B}{R}{R}, it offers significant board impact through its primary ability: whenever a creature you control attacks, it gains +2/+0 until end of turn, though it deals 1 damage to you in return. This risk-reward dynamic defines its strategic identity. The card’s true power emerges through the Hellbent mechanic. As long as your hand is empty, any source you control dealing damage to a permanent or player doubles that damage. This synergizes perfectly with the game’s aggressive strategies, allowing players to maximize their offensive potential by managing their hand size carefully. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a desirable target for collectors who appreciate the aesthetic variety within the Dissension set. For those building a collection of Magic: The Gathering cards, this release represents a key component of the Dissension series. Its rare status and unique gameplay mechanics make it a staple for enthusiasts of the game’s deeper strategic layers. Whether you are a veteran player seeking to complete your set or a new collector exploring the rich lore of Ravnica, Anthem of Rakdos offers both functional depth and collectible value. The card’s design and text box provide a clear window into the strategic possibilities of the era, making it a worthwhile addition to any serious TCG library.
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Anthem of Rakdos
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Ralph Horsley
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{B}{R}{R}
Enchantment
B, R
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Whenever a creature you control attacks, it gets +2/+0 until end of turn and this enchantment deals 1 damage to you. Hellbent — As long as you have no cards in hand, if a source you control would deal damage to a permanent or player, it deals double that damage to that permanent or player instead.