The Rare enchantment Call to the Grave from the Magic 2012 set. This card serves as a powerful board control tool for Zombie-focused strategies.
Call to the Grave
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic 2012
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Description
Call to the Grave is a distinctive Rare enchantment from the Magic 2012 core set, designated as card number 85 in the M12 checklist. Released in 2011, this card remains a recognizable piece of Magic: The Gathering history, offering players a strategic method to manipulate the battlefield through creature sacrifice. The design and mechanics of this release reflect the era's focus on tribal synergies, particularly those built around the Zombie subtype. As a black mana enchantment with a mana value of five, Call to the Grave demands a significant investment to cast, but it delivers substantial board control. The card’s ability triggers at the beginning of each player’s upkeep, requiring the active player to sacrifice a non-Zombie creature of their choice. This effect forces opponents to make difficult decisions, potentially stripping away key threats or disrupting non-tribal strategies. Additionally, if the battlefield is cleared of all creatures by the end of the turn, the enchantment sacrifices itself, preventing it from lingering indefinitely when its utility expires. Collectors and players alike value this card for its clean mechanics and historical significance within the Magic 2012 expansion. Whether you are building a competitive Zombie deck or adding to your collection of iconic core set cards, this enchantment provides both strategic depth and nostalgic appeal. The card’s straightforward yet impactful rules text makes it a versatile tool for controlling the game state., enthusiasts can explore their options to add this essential M12 card to their inventory, ensuring they have access to one of the set’s most functional artifacts. The combination of its Rare rarity and its role in tribal archetypes continues to make it a sought-after item for dedicated players and collectors.
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Featured
Call to the Grave
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Daarken
Card Stock
English
{4}{B}
Enchantment
B
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At the beginning of each player's upkeep, that player sacrifices a non-Zombie creature of their choice. At the beginning of the end step, if no creatures are on the battlefield, sacrifice this enchantment.






