The foil version of Wail of the Forgotten from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Lost Caverns of Ixalan set, featuring the Descend mechanic.
Wail of the Forgotten
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lost Caverns of Ixalan
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Description
The foil treatment on Wail of the Forgotten (LCI #244) adds a distinct visual flair to this 2023 Magic: The Gathering card from the Lost Caverns of Ixalan expansion. Designed by Ryan Valle, this Rare Sorcery card is a staple for players seeking flexible interaction in their decks. With a mana cost of {U}{B} and a mana value of 2, the card offers strategic depth through its unique mechanics. The core appeal of this card lies in its versatility, primarily driven by the Descend mechanic. This ability allows the caster to choose one of three powerful effects when the spell is cast for its Descend cost. If eight or more permanent cards are in your graveyard, you may choose one or more of these effects, maximizing the card's impact during late-game scenarios. The options include returning a target nonland permanent to its owner's hand, forcing a target opponent to discard a card, or looking at the top three cards of your library to put one into your hand while placing the rest into your graveyard. For collectors, the foil finish makes this card a desirable addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Whether you are building a graveyard-themed deck or simply appreciate the intricate art and design of modern Magic cards, this foil variant offers both aesthetic and functional value.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Wail of the Forgotten
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Ryan Valle
Card Stock
English
Foil
{U}{B}
Sorcery
B, U
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Descend 8 — Choose one. If there are eight or more permanent cards in your graveyard as you cast this spell, choose one or more instead. • Return target nonland permanent to its owner's hand. • Target opponent discards a card. • Look at the top three cards of your library. Put one of them into your hand and the rest into your graveyard.







