Anathemancer

Description

Identified as card number 37606, this foil release features a Zombie Wizard creature with a mana cost of three, requiring one generic, one black, and one red mana to cast. The card's power and toughness are both two, making it a resilient presence on the battlefield despite its relatively low cost. What makes this product particularly interesting to collectors and players is its unique set of abilities. Upon entering the battlefield, Anathemancer deals damage to a target player equal to the number of nonbasic lands they control. This effect creates immediate pressure against decks built around multiple nonbasic lands. Additionally, the card includes the Unearth mechanic, allowing players to return it from their graveyard to the battlefield for a cost of five mana and one black and one red mana. This grants the creature haste, enabling it to attack or use abilities immediately, though it is exiled at the end of that turn or if it leaves the battlefield. Designed by artist Mark Hyzer, the foil treatment adds a premium aesthetic to this uncommon rarity card. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering, this promo card represents a tangible piece of the game's digital-to-physical crossover history. It serves as a functional and collectible item for those who appreciate complex creature interactions and graveyard recursion strategies. Whether building a themed deck or expanding a collection of promo cards, Anathemancer offers both mechanical depth and visual appeal. The card's design and mechanics reflect the innovative spirit of the Magic Online Promos series, which often featured unique interactions not found in standard sets. Owning this piece allows enthusiasts to engage with the game's rich lore and strategic possibilities in a physical format.