What is the mana cost for Endless Ranks of the Dead?

Endless Ranks of the Dead has a mana cost of {2}{B}{B}, requiring two generic mana and two black mana to cast. Its mana value is 4, which helps players plan their resource management during the early game.

Who illustrated the foil version of card #99 in Innistrad?

The foil version of Endless Ranks of the Dead from the Innistrad set features artwork by Ryan Yee. His distinctive style contributes to the gothic horror theme established in this 2011 expansion.

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Collect the rare foil #99 enchantment Endless Ranks of the Dead from Magic: The Gathering's 2011 Innistrad set, featuring artwork by Ryan Yee.

Endless Ranks of the Dead

Q: How does the token generation mechanic work?

The card creates X 2/2 black Zombie creature tokens at the beginning of your upkeep, where X is half the number of Zombies you control, rounded down. This creates a compounding effect that can overwhelm opponents if managed correctly.

2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Innistrad

2011 Magic: The Gathering Innistrad

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Designed with a mana cost of {2}{B}{B}, this card allows players to generate a growing army of 2/2 black Zombie creature tokens during their upkeep. The token count scales with the number of Zombies already on the battlefield, making it a pivotal engine for decks focused on zombie synergies. This foil variant was illustrated by Ryan Yee, adding a distinct visual appeal for collectors who appreciate the unique finish. As part of the Innistrad set, this card is a key component for builders seeking to complete their collection of the era's most thematic expansions. The combination of its potent gameplay effect and the sought-after foil treatment makes it a notable item for enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Whether used for competitive play or curated display, this enchantment represents a significant piece of the 2011 Innistrad release.

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Year

2011

Brand

Magic: The Gathering

Series

Innistrad

Card Number

#99

Featured Subject

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Featured

Endless Ranks of the Dead

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Ryan Yee

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{2}{B}{B}

Type

Enchantment

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At the beginning of your upkeep, create X 2/2 black Zombie creature tokens, where X is half the number of Zombies you control, rounded down.

With Thraben's army recalled to its city walls, outlying villages were left to fend for themselves.