The 2005 Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion with this foil version of the rare sorcery card, Empty the Catacombs.
Empty the Catacombs
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Ravnica: City of Guilds
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Released in 2005 as part of the Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion, this Magic: The Gathering card captures the unique guild politics of the plane. Card number 86 in the set, Empty the Catacombs is a Black sorcery that offers a powerful board reset by returning all creature cards from each player's graveyard to their hand. This effect makes it a significant piece for competitive decks and a memorable inclusion for any Magic: The Gathering collection. The foil treatment adds a distinct visual appeal to this rare card, enhancing its desirability among collectors who appreciate the aesthetic finish. Designed with a mana cost of three generic and one black mana, it serves as a strategic tool for players looking to manipulate the graveyard and regain resources. For enthusiasts of the Ravnica block, this card represents a key interaction that defines the era's gameplay dynamics. Whether you are building a themed deck or adding to your library of rare sorceries, this card is a valuable asset. The artist Mark A. Nelson brings the card's concept to life, contributing to the overall identity of the set.
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Empty the Catacombs
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mark A. Nelson
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{B}
Sorcery
B
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Each player returns all creature cards from their graveyard to their hand.
When the dead are laid to rest in Ravnica, it's usually just a nap.