The Lake of the Dead is a rare land card from Magic: The Gathering's 2014 Vintage Masters set, numbered 302 in the VMA series.
Lake of the Dead
2014 • Magic: The Gathering • Vintage Masters
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Lake of the Dead stands as a critical black mana source within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game ecosystem. Released in 2014 as part of the Vintage Masters set, this card is numbered 302 and carries a rare rarity designation. Designed by Eytan Zana, the card serves as a strategic asset for players who require significant mana generation for their decks. As a land card with a mana value of zero, Lake of the Dead offers unique gameplay mechanics that appeal to serious collectors and experienced players alike. The card allows you to sacrifice a Swamp to enter the battlefield safely, providing a reliable way to add black mana. Furthermore, its ability to produce four black mana by sacrificing another Swamp makes it a potent tool for casting high-cost spells. Collectors value this card for its place in the Vintage Masters expansion, which focuses on reprints of powerful cards from the Vintage format. The inclusion of Lake of the Dead in this set highlights its enduring importance in the game's history. Whether you are building a collection of rare lands or seeking to complete the Vintage Masters checklist, this card is an essential component. The card's color identity is strictly black, ensuring it fits seamlessly into mono-black or black-aligned decks. Its straightforward land type makes it easy to integrate into various strategies without disrupting deck consistency. For investors and hobbyists, owning a copy of Lake of the Dead from Vintage Masters represents a piece of Magic: The Gathering's rich legacy. By browsing our catalog, you can find this card number from the 2014 release. The Vintage Masters set continues to be a focal point for collectors who appreciate the depth and strategy of the game. Lake of the Dead remains a sought-after card for those who understand its mechanical and historical significance within the Magic universe.
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Lake of the Dead
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Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Eytan Zana
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English
Land
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If this land would enter, sacrifice a Swamp instead. If you do, put this land onto the battlefield. If you don't, put it into its owner's graveyard. {T}: Add {B}. {T}, Sacrifice a Swamp: Add {B}{B}{B}{B}.










