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The details of Empty the Laboratory, card #14 from the 2021 Midnight Hunt Commander subset of Magic: The Gathering.

Empty the Laboratory

2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Midnight Hunt • Commander

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Empty the Laboratory stands as a powerful Sorcery within the 2021 Magic: The Gathering Midnight Hunt Commander subset. Identified as card number 14, this blue spell offers a compelling mechanism for players who favor aggressive board states. By sacrificing a number of Zombies equal to X, the caster reveals cards from the top of their library until they find that many Zombie creatures. These creatures are then placed directly onto the battlefield, while the remaining revealed cards are shuffled back into the library in a random order. This interaction creates a dynamic risk-reward scenario that defines its role in the Midnight Hunt release. The Midnight Hunt Commander subset was designed to provide fresh strategic options for experienced players and collectors alike. For those building collections focused on the Midnight Hunt era, securing card #14 is a meaningful step toward completing the set’s narrative of nocturnal themes and supernatural encounters. The card’s design reflects the artistic direction of the series, featuring vibrant illustrations that capture the essence of the Midnight Hunt’s world. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards often seek out cards from specific subsets to complete their sets or to appreciate the unique art and mechanics introduced in that era. Empty the Laboratory, with its clear blue identity and Zombie-focused effect, is a notable addition for enthusiasts of the game’s rich lore and strategic depth. Whether you are a seasoned player or a new collector, understanding the mechanics and context of cards like this enhances the overall appreciation of the Midnight Hunt Commander expansion.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2021

Series

Midnight Hunt

Subset

Commander

Subset Type

Subset

Card Number

#14

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Tuan Duong Chu

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{X}{U}{U}

Type

Sorcery

Color

U

Card Text

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Sacrifice X Zombies, then reveal cards from the top of your library until you reveal a number of Zombie creature cards equal to the number of Zombies sacrificed this way. Put those cards onto the battlefield and the rest on the bottom of your library in a random order.

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What does the card Empty the Laboratory do in Magic: The Gathering?

Empty the Laboratory is a blue Sorcery that allows you to sacrifice X Zombies to reveal Zombie creature cards from the top of your library. You put those revealed Zombies onto the battlefield and shuffle the rest back into your library.

Is Empty the Laboratory part of the base Midnight Hunt set?

No, Empty the Laboratory is part of the Midnight Hunt Commander subset, which contains 14 cards designed specifically for the Commander format.

Who illustrated Empty the Laboratory?

The card was illustrated by Tuan Duong Chu, whose artwork is featured in the 2021 Midnight Hunt Commander release.

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