Undead Butler

Description

The Undead Butler arrives as card number 400 in the 2022 Innistrad: Double Feature expansion for Magic: The Gathering. This Zombie creature requires a mana cost of {1}{B} to cast, making it an accessible option for decks centered around black mana. Its power and toughness stand at 1/2, a modest stat line that is offset by two distinct triggered abilities tied to its lifecycle. When the Undead Butler enters the battlefield, it triggers an effect that forces players to mill three cards from the top of their libraries into their graveyards. This initial impact helps build the graveyard resources necessary for many black strategies. The card’s true value often emerges when it leaves play; upon its death, the controller may choose to exile it. If this exile effect is activated, the player can return any target creature card from their graveyard directly to their hand. This cyclical interaction between the library, the graveyard, and the hand makes the Undead Butler a functional piece for builders looking to manipulate card advantage and resource recovery. Created by artist Néstor Ossandón Leal, this printing carries an Uncommon rarity designation within the DBL set code. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often seek this release to complete their Innistrad: Double Feature collections or to utilize its graveyard-recurse mechanics in gameplay. The card remains a recognized part of the Innistrad: Double Feature product line, offering both narrative flavor and mechanical utility for enthusiasts of the format.