The 1997 Magic: The Gathering Fifth Edition Lord of the Pit (Card #174) is a Rare 7/7 Demon creature from the classic 5ED set.
Lord of the Pit
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Fifth Edition
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Description
Lord of the Pit is a Rare card from the 1997 Magic: The Gathering Fifth Edition set, identified by card number 174 and set code 5ED. Illustrated by Mark Tedin, this black Creature — Demon requires a mana cost of {4}{B}{B}{B} and has a mana value of 7. The card features a power and toughness of 7/7 and includes the printed keywords flying and trample.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Lord of the Pit
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Mark Tedin
Card Stock
English
{4}{B}{B}{B}
Creature — Demon
7 / 7
B
Card Text
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Flying, trample At the beginning of your upkeep, sacrifice a creature other than this creature. If you can't, this creature deals 7 damage to you.
FAQ
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What is the mana cost and power of Lord of the Pit?
Lord of the Pit has a mana cost of {4}{B}{B}{B}, resulting in a mana value of 7. As a Creature — Demon, it has a power and toughness of 7/7.
What are the printed keywords on this card?
Lord of the Pit includes the keywords flying and trample in its rules text. These abilities define its movement and combat capabilities within the game.
Which set and year does this card belong to?
This card is part of the Fifth Edition release from 1997, commonly referred to by its set code 5ED. It is card number 174 in the core set checklist.
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