Diabolic Edict

Diabolic Edict was first introduced in the 1997 Urza's Saga expansion for Magic: The Gathering, designed by Mark Rosewater. Mechanically, it represents the black color pie's ability to force opponents to sacrifice creatures, a staple removal effect that has influenced the game's competitive landscape for decades. The card is prized for its efficiency, as it bypasses hexproof and protection abilities by forcing the choice of target onto the player controlling the creature.

This specific printing originates from 'The List', a curated selection of reprints inserted into Set Boosters starting in 2020. The artwork for this version features the iconic imagery by Kev Walker, whose gritty, atmospheric style defines much of the card's dark aesthetic. While the original Urza's Saga release solidified the card's status as a tournament classic, its inclusion in The List serves as a nod to its enduring utility and popularity among players of multiple formats.