Homicide Investigator

Description

The Homicide Investigator (86p) is a rare foil card from the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Murders at Karlov Manor Promos set. Designed by Jodie Muir, this card belongs to the Black mana color identity and carries a mana cost of {1}{B}. As a Creature — Human Detective, it features a power and toughness of 2/2, fitting into the broader Detective archetype of the set. The card’s ability activates whenever one or more nontoken creatures you control die, allowing you to investigate. This trigger occurs only once each turn, resulting in the creation of a Clue token. The Clue token is an artifact that costs {2} to sacrifice in order to draw a card, providing a steady resource advantage during gameplay. The printed flavor text notes, "In her line of work, the dead are often better sources than the living," adding narrative context to the character’s role. Its foil finish adds visual distinction, making it a desirable addition to any collection focused on this era of the game. Its unique ability to generate card advantage through sacrifice mechanics makes it a functional and thematic asset in various deck constructions. For those who appreciate the intersection of game mechanics and narrative design, this card offers a compelling example of the creativity within the Murders at Karlov Manor storyline.