Captivating Vampire
Magic 2011 87 • rare
- Set
- Magic 2011
- Collector number
- 87
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana black mana black mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- Eric Deschamps
- Market price
- $4.91
What it does
Other Vampire creatures you control get +1/+1.
Tap five untapped Vampires you control: Gain control of target creature. It becomes a Vampire in addition to its other types.
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
Captivating Vampire was released in the Magic 2011 core set, which debuted in July 2010. Designed to bolster tribal themes within the format, this card was created to provide a dedicated lord for Vampire-themed decks, which had become a prominent archetype during the preceding Zendikar block. It serves as a mechanical centerpiece, rewarding players for assembling a swarm of creatures to trigger its conversion ability.
The artwork was commissioned from illustrator Greg Staples, a long-time contributor to the Magic: The Gathering franchise known for his moody, atmospheric depictions of gothic horror. Staples focused on capturing a sense of regal malevolence, utilizing the stark lighting and sharp features characteristic of the game's depiction of the aristocratic vampires found in the Multiverse. Upon release, the card was well-received by players for its efficiency in aggressive deck lists and remains a staple in casual Commander formats.
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