Hallowed Burial

Hallowed Burial was reprinted as part of the 2016 Magic: The Gathering set Conspiracy: Take the Crown. This set was designed specifically for multiplayer draft formats, emphasizing political maneuvering and social play rather than traditional competitive one-on-one matches. The card serves as a board-clearing utility, allowing players to reset the battlefield state, which is a strategically valuable tool in the chaotic environment of a multiplayer game.

The card features artwork by Greg Staples, whose work is characterized by a gritty, atmospheric intensity that defined much of the aesthetic for this era of the game. Originally debuting in the Eventide expansion, the Conspiracy: Take the Crown iteration maintains the functional identity of the card while recontextualizing its role within a draft-heavy environment. It was well-received by players for its ability to stabilize board states and provide a necessary catch-up mechanic for those trailing in complex, high-player-count games.