Sarcomancy is a 1997 Rare Enchantment from the Tempest set of Magic: The Gathering, featuring the card number 154 and artwork by Daren Bader.
Sarcomancy
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Tempest
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Sarcomancy is a notable Rare card from the Tempest expansion of Magic: The Gathering, originally released in 1997. Carrying the set code TMP and catalog number 154, this black Enchantment is a staple for collectors focusing on the game's early era. Designed by Daren Bader, the card provides a straightforward yet impactful gameplay effect: entering the battlefield creates a 2/2 black Zombie creature token, though it imposes a maintenance cost of 1 damage if no Zombies remain on the field. Collectors often seek this card to complete the Tempest set or to build vintage-style decks that emphasize creature generation. The product identity is defined by its classic design language and its role in the foundational history of the trading card game. For investors and hobbyists, Tempest cards represent a key period in MTG's evolution, making Sarcomancy a relevant piece for any serious collection focused on black-bordered classics.
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Sarcomancy
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Daren Bader
Card Stock
English
{B}
Enchantment
B
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When this enchantment enters, create a 2/2 black Zombie creature token. At the beginning of your upkeep, if there are no Zombies on the battlefield, this enchantment deals 1 damage to you.