Corrupt

Description

The Corrupt card, identified as number 89 in the Magic 2011 (M11) expansion, is a black sorcery that offers a powerful exchange of life for damage. Released in 2010, Corrupt is card number 89 in the Magic 2011 core set. With a mana cost of {5}{B}, it requires a significant investment of resources, specifically five generic mana and one black mana, to cast. The card’s effect is straightforward yet potent: it deals damage to any target equal to the number of Swamps you control. Simultaneously, you gain life equal to the amount of damage dealt. This mechanic makes the card particularly effective in decks built around swamp-heavy mana bases, allowing players to swing the board state while stabilizing their own life total. The flavor text, "The power of the fens sleeps lightly, and always awakens hungry," underscores the card's thematic connection to the swamp land type. Artistically, the card features the work of Dave Allsop, whose illustration complements the dark, swampy aesthetic typical of black mana in the game. As an Uncommon card in the M11 set, Corrupt is a staple for collectors looking to complete the base checklist. Its inclusion in the Magic 2011 set ensures that it remains a recognizable piece of the game's history, appealing to those who appreciate the design and mechanics of that era.