The 2022 Magic Online Promos release featuring the foil sorcery Invoke Despair, a powerful black card designed for strategic gameplay.
Invoke Despair
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic Online Promos
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Designed by Donato Giancola, this card serves as a distinct addition to any enthusiast's catalog, offering both aesthetic appeal and mechanical depth. The foil finish adds a layer of visual interest that distinguishes it within the broader context of the Magic Online Promos series, making it a noteworthy item for those who appreciate the artistry behind the game's promotional releases. Invoke Despair is a black sorcery with a mana cost of {1}{B}{B}{B}{B} and a mana value of five. Its gameplay effect allows the player to target an opponent and force them to sacrifice a creature of their choice. If the opponent cannot sacrifice a creature, they lose 2 life and the caster draws a card. The effect then repeats for an enchantment and a planeswalker, providing a versatile and powerful interaction that can drastically shift the board state. This multi-targeted disruption makes the card a valuable tool in many strategic contexts, appealing to players who enjoy complex and impactful spells. For collectors, the Magic Online Promos set represents a specific era of digital distribution and exclusive access. Each card in this series tells a part of the game's evolving story, and Invoke Despair stands out for its potent rules text and striking foil treatment. Whether you are building a collection of rare promos or seeking a specific card for your deck, this release offers a compelling piece of Magic history. The combination of its strategic utility and its status as a rare promotional item ensures its continued relevance in the collector community. Explore the details of this card to understand its place within the vast landscape of Magic: The Gathering.
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Card Details
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Invoke Despair
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Donato Giancola
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{B}{B}{B}{B}
Sorcery
B
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Target opponent sacrifices a creature of their choice. If they can't, they lose 2 life and you draw a card. Then repeat this process for an enchantment and a planeswalker.
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