Magic: The Gathering

Markov Retribution

Innistrad: Crimson Vow 171 • uncommon

Set: Innistrad: Crimson Vow
Collector number: 171
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 2 generic mana red mana
Type: Sorcery
Colors: Red
Artist: Uriah Voth
Market price: $0.15

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$0.15market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$0.12 – $0.15 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This uncommon card from the Innistrad: Crimson Vow set captures the thematic intensity of its source material by offering a reactive mechanic that punishes opponents. Its presence on the table serves as a tactical reminder of the set's focus on gothic conflict, making it a nuanced addition for those who appreciate cards that swing the momentum of a game.

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What it does

Choose one or both —

• Creatures you control get +1/+0 until end of turn.

• Target Vampire you control deals damage equal to its power to another target creature.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Markov Retribution was released in 2021 as part of the Innistrad: Crimson Vow expansion for Magic: The Gathering. The set centers on the gothic horror theme of a vampire wedding, exploring the tension between the human inhabitants of Innistrad and the powerful Markov vampire lineage. The card serves as a thematic reflection of the Vow's focus on vampire politics and retaliatory strikes, mechanically tying into the set's Vampire-tribal synergies.

The artwork for the card was created by artist Igor Kieryluk, whose work is characterized by dramatic lighting and intense, narrative-driven compositions. In this piece, Kieryluk portrays the volatile nature of the Markov family, using sharp contrasts to emphasize the violent theme of retribution. Upon its release, the card was noted by players for its flavor-forward design, which effectively translates the lore of vampire blood-feuds into a tactical board state.

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