Indulgent Tormentor

Description

Indulgent Tormentor is a creature card from the 2017 Iconic Masters set, classified as a Demon with the specific card number 94 within the IMA subset. Printed by Wizards of the Coast for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this black mana card requires a total mana cost of five to cast. As a five-power, three-toughness creature with flying, it occupies a distinct spot in the game’s history as part of a reprinted collection designed to highlight iconic cards from the game's earlier eras. The card’s design centers on a persistent pressure mechanic that rewards the controller while penalizing the opponent. At the beginning of the controller’s upkeep, they draw a card unless a target opponent makes a choice: sacrifice a creature of their choice or pay three life. This dynamic creates a difficult dilemma during gameplay, forcing opponents to weigh the value of their board presence against their life total. The flavor text, "The promise of anguish is payment enough for services rendered," underscores the thematic nature of the demon’s presence. Art by Wesley Burt, the card represents a significant piece of Magic: The Gathering lore and mechanics. Collectors often seek out specific prints from Iconic Masters to complete their set collections or to appreciate the design of classic cards. The card’s ability to generate card advantage while applying life pressure makes it a memorable inclusion in the game’s history. For investors and hobbyists, owning a piece of this reprinted era offers a tangible connection to the strategic depth that has defined Magic for decades. The card remains a staple reference for understanding how black mana strategies leverage life payment and resource denial.