Deal With the Devil: Asmodeus Commands the Shadows
Asmodeus the Archfiend embodies the ultimate bargaining chip in any black deck drawn from the depths of Adventures in the Forgotten Realms. This legendary Devil God offers a sinister twist on card advantage by replacing your usual draws with exiling cards face down—an ominous mechanic known as Binding Contract. While it may seem like a costly pact, the payoff comes when you pay black mana to reclaim your exiled treasures, though at a steep personal cost in life. This risk-reward dynamic challenges even the savviest planeswalker to carefully balance their life total against the power of knowledge.
With a formidable 6/6 body and the ability to draw seven cards for a hefty mana investment, Asmodeus thrives in synergy with life-gain or life-pay strategies, where other cards that mitigate damage or benefit from life loss can keep you afloat. His presence on the battlefield compels a slow, methodical game plan that capitalizes on the gradual build-up of resources while daring you to stare into the abyss. A refined choice for players who favor control and long-term value, Asmodeus is a captivating centerpiece for any deck wanting to leverage the dark allure of the Forgotten Realms.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {4}{B}{B}
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Card Type: Legendary Creature
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Subtypes: Devil God
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Binding Contract — If you would draw a card, exile the top card of your library face down instead.
{B}{B}{B}: Draw seven cards.
{B}: Return all cards exiled with Asmodeus the Archfiend to their owner’s hand and you lose that much life.
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Power / Toughness: 6/6
