Edgar Markov
Innistrad Remastered 491 • mythic
- Set
- Innistrad Remastered
- Collector number
- 491
- Rarity
- Mythic
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana red mana white mana black mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Black · Red · White
- Artist
- Jack Hughes
- Finish
- Foil
What it does
Eminence — Whenever you cast another Vampire spell, if Edgar is in the command zone or on the battlefield, create a 1/1 black Vampire creature token.
First strike, haste
Whenever Edgar attacks, put a +1/+1 counter on each Vampire you control.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Edgar Markov was originally introduced in the 2017 Commander set, serving as the patriarch of the vampire lineage on the plane of Innistrad. The character represents the ancient progenitor who brokered the dark pact with the demon Shilgorg to grant his family eternal life, a foundational element of the gothic horror lore that defines the setting. This specific version features updated artwork consistent with the aesthetic standards of the 2025 Innistrad Remastered release, which curated iconic cards from throughout the plane's history.
The design of Edgar Markov leans heavily into the aristocratic brutality of the Innistrad vampire aesthetic, emphasizing his role as an eminence of the Markov manor. The illustration captures his commanding presence and the ornate, decaying opulence of his surroundings. Within the game, he is widely recognized for his eminence ability, which allows him to influence the battlefield from the command zone, a design choice that cemented his status as a centerpiece for tribal vampire decks.
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