Unleash the Undying Wrath of Orcus
Orcus, Prince of Undeath stands as a formidable force in any Magic deck that dares to wield his power. This legendary Demon melds raw aggression with graveyard mastery, making him a versatile threat. His flying and trample abilities guarantee he bypasses defenses, punishing opponents while shrugging off blockers. Upon entering the battlefield, Orcus demands a choice: either clear the board of opposing creatures by sapping their strength at the cost of your own life total or resurrect a horde of creatures from your graveyard, granting them haste to press the attack immediately. This dual nature embodies the ruthless calculus of the Forgotten Realms, where risk and reward intertwine.
Orcus’s synergy shines brightest alongside cards that populate your graveyard or benefit from mass creature resurrection. Pair him with self-milling enchantments or instants to fuel his second mode, returning your fallen army swiftly for a surprise offensive. His flexible casting cost allows you to adapt strategy mid-game, scaling the impact depending on your mana reserves. Whether you aim to dominate the skies or overwhelm with relentless minions, Orcus perfectly balances tactical depth and raw power.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {X}{2}{B}{R}
- Card Type: Legendary Creature
- Subtypes: Demon
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Flying, trample
When Orcus, Prince of Undeath enters the battlefield, choose one —
• Each other creature gets -X/-X until end of turn. You lose X life.
• Return up to X target creature cards with total mana value X or less from your graveyard to the battlefield. They gain haste until end of turn. - Power / Toughness: 5/3