Body Count

Description

The 2022 Magic Online Promos Body Count card is a rare instant that utilizes the Spectacle mechanic to offer flexible casting options and card draw based on creature deaths. This release, identified by card number 99893, was distributed through the Magic Online platform, distinguishing it from standard retail sets. The card has a mana cost of {2}{B}, with an additional {B} cost if Spectacle is active. Spectacle allows the player to cast this spell for its spectacle cost rather than its mana cost if an opponent lost life during the turn. This mechanic adds a strategic layer to the card's usability, rewarding players who have engaged in aggressive or life-draining strategies. The primary effect of Body Count is to draw a card for each creature that died under your control that turn. This ability makes the card particularly effective in decks focused on board sweeps or sacrifice strategies, where multiple creatures perish in quick succession. Designed by Vladimir Krisetskiy, the card maintains the standard layout and color identity of black in Magic: The Gathering. As a promo card, it holds a distinct place in the collector's portfolio, separate from the main set releases. The combination of its unique casting condition and its scalable card draw effect makes Body Count a functional and desirable addition to any Magic: The Gathering enthusiast's library. Its rarity and promotional status ensure it remains a notable item for those tracking the game's digital history.