Kaervek the Merciless
Double Masters 2022 512 • rare
- Set
- Double Masters 2022
- Collector number
- 512
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 5 generic mana black mana red mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Black · Red
- Artist
- rk post
- Finish
- Etched
What it does
Whenever an opponent casts a spell, Kaervek deals damage equal to that spell's mana value to any target.
"Rats and jackals feast in his swath, but even they will not walk with him."— Mangara
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
Kaervek the Merciless first appeared in the 2006 Magic: The Gathering expansion Time Spiral. As a powerful villain from the Mirage block lore, Kaervek is a major antagonist who manipulated the politics of Jamuraa to spark a devastating war. His design emphasizes his role as a cruel sorcerer, utilizing red and black mana to punish opponents for casting spells, reflecting his chaotic and destructive influence on the game's narrative.
The 2022 Double Masters version of the card features updated art by Greg Staples, who moved away from the character's original aesthetic to provide a more refined, sinister look. This release was part of a set curated to showcase powerful cards for the Commander format, which significantly increased the visibility of older legendary creatures like Kaervek. The community generally received this printing well, as it provided a stylish, high-quality foil treatment of a classic character that remains a staple for players who enjoy 'punisher' style decks.
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