Leshrac's Rite

Leshrac's Rite, a black-aligned sorcery card from the Seventh Edition of Magic: The Gathering, was released in 2001. As a core set, Seventh Edition served as an introductory point for players, reprinting cards from earlier expansions to maintain a stable environment for gameplay. The card itself draws from the lore of the elder planeswalker Leshrac, a recurring antagonist in the game's expansive narrative during the mid-to-late 1990s and early 2000s.

The artwork for this specific printing was created by artist Christopher Rush, a foundational figure in Magic's visual identity. Rush's illustration style for the card leans into the grim, high-fantasy aesthetic characteristic of the era, focusing on themes of sacrifice and dark ritual. While not a high-profile competitive staple, the card remains a notable piece for collectors interested in the legacy of early Magic art and the evolution of core set thematic design.