Ashes of the Abhorrent

Description

Ashes of the Abhorrent is a white rare enchantment from the 2017 Magic: The Gathering Ixalan Promos set, identified by card number 2p. Featuring art by Daarken, this promotional card carries a mana cost of {1}{W} and possesses a mana value of 2. As a white card, its color identity is strictly white, aligning it with other white mana strategies in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. The card’s rules text restricts players from casting spells from graveyards or activating abilities of cards in graveyards. Additionally, it provides a life gain effect, awarding the controller 1 life whenever a creature dies. This mechanical design offers a specific interaction with graveyard-based strategies, making it a distinct tool for players who manage life totals or disrupt opponent recursion. The flavor text, "Let no trace of the vampires' foulness remain," hints at the card's thematic role within the Ixalan block's narrative context. Collectors often add Ashes of the Abhorrent to their holdings to complete the Ixalan Promos checklist or to acquire unique promotional variants of popular spells. Owning a copy of this card allows enthusiasts to explore the broader ecosystem of Magic: The Gathering collectibles beyond standard booster packs.