# 2022 Magic: The Gathering Dominaria United #284

> The Tyrannical Pitlord is a six-mana Demon creature from Magic: The Gathering's 2022 Dominaria United set, featuring a powerful entry effect.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2022
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Dominaria United
- **Card number**: #284
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Tyrannical Pitlord is a six-mana black Demon creature that debuted in Magic: The Gathering's Dominaria United expansion in 2022. Printed as card number 284 with a Rare designation, this card is illustrated by Donato Giancola. As a high mana value creature, it brings significant board presence to any deck. Its design emphasizes a formidable presence typical of the set's dark fantasy aesthetic. Collectors value this card for its artwork and gameplay mechanics. It serves as a strong anchor for black-centric strategies in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. The card's identity is defined by its specific set code DMU and its unique rules text. Building a collection around Dominaria United often includes this powerful demon. Enthusiasts appreciate the detailed art and the strategic depth this card offers. It remains a notable piece for those interested in the Dominaria storyline and card design history.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Tyrannical Pitlord?

The mana cost for Tyrannical Pitlord is {4}{B}{B}, resulting in a mana value of 6. This requires four generic mana and two black mana to cast from your hand.

### What abilities does the Tyrannical Pitlord have?

This creature has the keywords Flying and Trample. Additionally, it features an enters-the-battlefield effect that boosts another creature you control, and a leaves-the-battlefield effect that sacrifices that same creature.

### Who illustrated the Dominaria United version of Tyrannical Pitlord?

The artwork for the Dominaria United printing of Tyrannical Pitlord was created by Donato Giancola. His style is well-regarded in the Magic: The Gathering community for its detailed and atmospheric fantasy illustrations.

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