Custodi Lich

Description

The Custodi Lich is a notable Black creature card from the 2016 Magic: The Gathering Treasure Chest set, identified by card number 22 and set code PZ2. Classified as a Creature — Zombie Cleric, this card requires a mana cost of {3}{B}{B} to cast, resulting in a mana value of 5. In gameplay, it possesses a power of 4 and toughness of 2, making it a resilient presence on the battlefield. What distinguishes the Custodi Lich is its strategic interaction with the monarch mechanic. Upon entering the battlefield, it immediately grants the controller the monarch title, a status that drives the game's resource dynamics. Furthermore, every time a player becomes the monarch, this card triggers a potent effect: targeting an opponent to sacrifice one of their chosen creatures. This ability makes the Custodi Lich a significant threat to opponents attempting to maintain board stability. For fans of Magic: The Gathering, collecting cards from the Treasure Chest series offers a chance to own pieces of this era's design. The Custodi Lich stands out among the set's offerings due to its specific subtype combination and its ability to disrupt enemy strategies through the monarch system. Whether you are building a thematic deck or expanding your collection of rare black cards, this entry provides a unique mechanical angle.