Karlov of the Ghost Council (Retro Frame) (Ravnica Remastered) Damaged / Poor Foil

Councilor of Grim Blessings

Karlov of the Ghost Council is a compact engine for life based strategies. The card rewards each increment of life with two +1/+1 counters so your board grows fast when paired with consistent lifegain sources. The printed Retro Frame art and foil finish give it a courtroom feel that matches the card text, making it easy to slot into Orzhov commander lists where incremental value matters more than a single blowout.

Beyond raw numbers, Karlov offers a removal pathway that trades board presence for tempo. Pay {W}{B} and remove six +1/+1 counters to exile any creature. That modular interaction lets you choose between pushing damage or answering a problematic permanent. Play it as a slow inevitability piece or a midrange threat that converts lifegain into answers on demand.

Card Details:

• Mana Cost – {W}{B}
• Card Type – Legendary Creature
• Subtypes – Spirit Advisor
• Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Whenever you gain life, put two +1/+1 counters on Karlov of the Ghost Council. {W}{B}, Remove six +1/+1 counters from Karlov of the Ghost Council: Exile target creature.
• Power / Toughness – 2/2