Culling Ritual

Description

Culling Ritual is a powerful Sorcery card numbered 127 in the 2026 Secrets of Strixhaven Mystical Archive expansion for Magic: The Gathering. This Rare card demands a mana cost of {2}{B}{G}, reflecting its significant impact on the battlefield. As a key component for collectors of the Mystical Archive subset, it represents a pivotal moment in the Strixhaven setting's lore and gameplay. The card's primary effect allows players to destroy each nonland permanent with mana value 2 or less, providing resource acceleration by adding {B} or {G} for each permanent destroyed. This ability makes it a strategic tool for clearing the board and gaining mana advantage. Designed by Matthew Meyer, the card captures the essence of the Mystical Archive's aesthetic, appealing to fans of the Strixhaven universe. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out cards from the Mystical Archive due to their unique design and connection to the Strixhaven academy setting. Culling Ritual stands out as a functional and collectible piece for those building their Strixhaven-themed collections. Its status as a Rare card in the set adds to its desirability among enthusiasts who value both mechanical utility and thematic depth in their Magic: The Gathering holdings.