Magic: The Gathering

Sheoldred, the Apocalypse

Stardates 11 • mythic

Set: Stardates
Collector number: 11
Rarity: Mythic
Mana cost: 2 generic mana black mana black mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Black
Artist: Nicky Barkla

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Sheoldred, the Apocalypse represents one of the most powerful iterations of a Praetor in the Magic: The Gathering multiverse, known for its ability to punish opponents for drawing cards. As a mythic rare featuring the distinct, stylized art of Nicky Barkla, it is highly sought after by players and collectors alike for both its competitive utility and its striking visual design.

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What it does

Deathtouch

Whenever you draw a card, you gain 2 life.

Whenever an opponent draws a card, they lose 2 life.

"Captain, are you going to punch me again, over and over, until your arm weakens? Clearly you want to. So tell me, why did you allow me to live?"

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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

Sheoldred, the Apocalypse was introduced in the 2022 Magic: The Gathering expansion Dominaria United. Designed as a powerful black creature representing one of the five Praetors of New Phyrexia, the card was crafted to embody a sense of inevitable dread and resource attrition, fitting perfectly into the Phyrexian narrative of corruption and forced evolution. It quickly became a staple in various formats due to its unique ability to punish opponents for drawing cards while simultaneously gaining life for its controller.

The specific version illustrated by Nicky Barkla features a stylized, painterly aesthetic that distinguishes it from more traditional fantasy art. Barkla's approach leans into bold colors and expressive, almost abstract brushwork to convey the character's horrifying essence. This rendition was well received by the community for its departure from standard high-fantasy conventions, offering a unique visual identity that collectors often seek out to customize their decks.

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