Butcher of Malakir
Duel Decks: Zendikar vs. Eldrazi 47 • rare
- Set
- Duel Decks: Zendikar vs. Eldrazi
- Collector number
- 47
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 5 generic mana black mana black mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- Jason Chan
- Market price
- $0.43
What it does
Flying
Whenever this creature or another creature you control dies, each opponent sacrifices a creature of their choice.
His verdict is always guilty. His sentence is always death.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
The Butcher of Malakir made its debut in the 2010 Duel Decks: Zendikar vs. Eldrazi release, a thematic product designed to showcase the lore-heavy conflict between the world of Zendikar and the encroaching extra-planar threat of the Eldrazi. As a representative of the vampire lords of the Malakir region, the card was crafted to embody the dark, regal aesthetic of Zendikar’s predatory elite, emphasizing the parasitic and aggressive gameplay mechanics that define black-aligned decks in the Magic: The Gathering ecosystem.
The card’s illustration was provided by Igor Kieryluk, who utilized a high-contrast style to depict the Butcher as a formidable, armored figure. The design intent was to capture a sense of intimidating presence and martial authority, which resonated well with players of the era who favored 'sacrifice' archetypes. By rewarding players for losing their own creatures, the design successfully translated the flavor of vampiric survival and sacrifice into a tangible, high-impact tactical asset that remains a staple of casual and Commander play.
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