The foil common sorcery Murderous Compulsion from the 2016 Shadows over Innistrad expansion. This card features the madness mechanic to discard and cast for its reduced cost.
Murderous Compulsion
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Shadows over Innistrad
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Murderous Compulsion (Card Number 126) is a black sorcery from the 2016 Shadows over Innistrad expansion in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Released under the set code SOI, this common card carries a mana cost of {1}{B} and offers a distinct mechanical advantage through the madness ability. When discarded, the card can be cast for its reduced madness cost of {1}{B}, allowing players to remove a tapped creature from the battlefield while simultaneously managing their hand resources. The inclusion of the foil finish adds a layer of visual appeal for collectors who appreciate the shimmering treatment on common cards. David Palumbo provided the artwork for this release, contributing to the dark, gothic aesthetic that defined the Shadows over Innistrad era. Collectors often seek out specific finishes to complete their physical sets, making the foil variant a notable piece for enthusiasts of the brand. For players building decks within the Magic: The Gathering ecosystem, this card represents a flexible removal option. The ability to exile the card from the graveyard via madness provides strategic depth, turning potential discards into board clears. Whether you are looking to enhance your gameplay strategy or expand your Shadows over Innistrad collection, this foil release offers both functional utility and collector value.
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Murderous Compulsion
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
David Palumbo
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{B}
Sorcery
B
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Destroy target tapped creature. Madness {1}{B} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)
"Thank you. This blade becomes so hot in my hand, but your blood has quenched it."









