The 2022 Starter Commander Decks release includes Grimoire of the Dead, a mythic rare Legendary Artifact Book designed to enhance graveyard-based strategies.
Grimoire of the Dead
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Starter Commander Decks
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Released in 2022 as part of the Starter Commander Decks series, Grimoire of the Dead is a Legendary Artifact — Book card identified by number 265 in the SCD set. Designed for players looking to explore Commander formats, this mythic rare card serves as a powerful engine for graveyard synergies. The card features a mana cost of four and allows players to accumulate study counters by discarding cards, which can then be spent to return creature cards from all graveyards to the battlefield. These creatures enter as black Zombies in addition to their other types, providing significant board presence. Illustrated by Steven Belledin, the card is a key component for collectors building complete sets of the Starter Commander Decks. Its unique mechanics and high rarity make it a sought-after piece for enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. For investors and hobbyists alike, this card represents a distinct entry in the 2022 catalog, offering both gameplay utility and collectible value. The SCD set code further distinguishes this release within the broader Magic: The Gathering timeline. Collectors often seek this artifact for its role in modern Commander decks and its status as a mythic rare from a starter-focused expansion.
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Grimoire of the Dead
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Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Steven Belledin
Card Stock
English
{4}
Legendary Artifact — Book
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{1}, {T}, Discard a card: Put a study counter on Grimoire of the Dead. {T}, Remove three study counters from Grimoire of the Dead and sacrifice it: Put all creature cards from all graveyards onto the battlefield under your control. They're black Zombies in addition to their other colors and types.