Beware the Baleful Beholder’s Gaze
The Baleful Beholder embodies the eerie menace that defines the Forgotten Realms’ darker corners. For six mana, this 6/5 black creature Beholder arrives with a choice that can decisively alter the battlefield's balance. Upon entering, you may enforce the Antimagic Cone, forcing opponents to sacrifice enchantments, a strategic move against decks reliant on auras or global enchantments. Alternatively, opt for Fear Ray to grant menace to your creatures, turning your forces into a slippery threat that demands multiple blockers to contain.
This card excels in decks aiming to disrupt enchantment-based strategies while simultaneously pressuring opponents through evasive aggression. It synergizes well with thematic tribal support or other menace enablers to maximize its offensive potential. The foil treatment amplifies the eerie aura, making this Baleful Beholder a formidable addition to any collection or deck focused on control and intimidation in the Adventures in the Forgotten Realms set.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {4}{B}{B}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Beholder
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): When Baleful Beholder enters the battlefield, choose one —
• Antimagic Cone — Each opponent sacrifices an enchantment.
• Fear Ray — Creatures you control gain menace until end of turn. (A creature with menace can't be blocked except by two or more creatures.)
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Power / Toughness: 6/5
