The 2002 Magic: The Gathering Onslaught common card Haunted Cadaver. This Zombie creature features Morph and a unique discard ability.
Haunted Cadaver
2002 • Magic: The Gathering • Onslaught
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This Common rarity creature card belongs to the black mana color identity and is classified as a Zombie. Illustrated by Randy Gallegos, the card carries a mana cost of {3}{B} with a total mana value of 4, resulting in a base power and toughness of 2/2. Haunted Cadaver offers strategic depth through its Morph ability, allowing players to cast the creature face down for {3} as a 2/2 creature. It can be turned face up later by paying its morph cost of {1}{B} to reveal its true capabilities. Once revealed, the creature’s triggered ability activates whenever it deals combat damage to a player. At that moment, the controller may sacrifice Haunted Cadaver to force the damaged player to discard three cards. This mechanic provides a significant tempo advantage and card advantage potential during gameplay. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards, Haunted Cadaver represents an interesting piece of the Onslaught block’s history. The card’s design and mechanics reflect the era’s focus on versatile creatures that can adapt during matches. Whether building themed decks or adding to a collection of black mana staples, this card remains a notable entry from the early 2000s expansion. Its combination of Morph and discard effects makes it a memorable part of the Onslaught set for enthusiasts and casual players alike.
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Haunted Cadaver
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Randy Gallegos
Card Stock
English
{3}{B}
Creature — Zombie
2 / 2
B
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Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, you may sacrifice it. If you do, that player discards three cards. Morph {1}{B} (You may cast this card face down as a 2/2 creature for {3}. Turn it face up any time for its morph cost.)






