The Balduvian Dead is an Uncommon Zombie creature from the 2008 Magic: The Gathering Masters Edition II set. This card features distinct graveyard interaction mechanics.
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition II
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The Balduvian Dead is a black Creature — Zombie card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, specifically released in the 2008 Masters Edition II collection. Identified as card number 79, this Uncommon rarity piece is a staple for collectors who appreciate the strategic depth of the game's early expansions. Designed by Mike Kimble, the card features a mana cost of {3}{B} and a mana value of 4, positioning it as a versatile option in various deck archetypes. What distinguishes this card is its unique gameplay ability. For {2}{R}, players can exile a creature card from their graveyard to create a 3/1 black and red Graveborn creature token with haste. This token must be sacrificed at the beginning of the next end step, adding a layer of tactical decision-making to the game. This mechanic allows players to leverage resources that would otherwise be discarded, making the Balduvian Dead a functional and historically significant card in the Magic: The Gathering universe. Collectors often seek out cards from the Masters Edition II set due to its reprinted nature and the nostalgia it evokes for long-time players. The Balduvian Dead, with its straightforward yet effective design, represents a key moment in the game's history. Whether you are building a collection of classic creatures or exploring the strategic possibilities of graveyard mechanics, this card offers a tangible connection to the game's rich lore and competitive past.
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Balduvian Dead
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Mike Kimble
Card Stock
English
{3}{B}
Creature — Zombie
2 / 3
B
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{2}{R}, Exile a creature card from your graveyard: Create a 3/1 black and red Graveborn creature token with haste. Sacrifice it at the beginning of the next end step.
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The Balduvian Dead has a mana cost of {3}{B}, requiring three generic mana and one black mana to cast. Its total mana value is 4.
For {2}{R}, you can exile a creature card from your graveyard to create a 3/1 black and red Graveborn creature token with haste. This token must be sacrificed at the beginning of the next end step.
The Balduvian Dead is card number 79 from the Magic: The Gathering Masters Edition II set, released in 2008. It is an Uncommon rarity card.
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