Cease // Desist
Murders at Karlov Manor 246 • uncommon
- Set
- Murders at Karlov Manor
- Collector number
- 246
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana black mana or green mana // 4 generic mana green mana or white mana green mana or white mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Black · Green · White
- Artist
- Dominik Mayer
- Market price
- $0.13
What it does
Exile up to two target cards from a single graveyard. Target player gains 2 life and draws a card.
Where you can play it
- StandardLegal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Cease // Desist is a split card released in the 2024 Magic: The Gathering set Murders at Karlov Manor. The set draws heavy inspiration from classic detective noir and murder mystery tropes, placing players in the Ravnica plane as it grapples with a high-stakes investigation. Mechanically, the card reflects the set's focus on graveyard interaction and the investigation of crimes, serving as a dual-purpose tool for players to both neutralize a threat and recover resources.
The card’s design and illustration reflect the set's thematic commitment to an urban, industrial fantasy aesthetic. Illustrators for the set were tasked with capturing the tension and mystery of a noir-inspired investigation, often utilizing dark palettes and sharp contrasts to evoke a sense of urgency. Upon its release, the card was noted by players for its thematic resonance with the set's narrative and its utility in limited formats, fitting seamlessly into the established mechanical identity of the Ravnica plane.
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