Patron of Disorder

Rakdos, Patron of Chaos brings the Murders at Karlov Manor energy into games where attrition meets spectacle. This legendary Demon arrives for {4}{B}{R} as a 6/6 with flying and trample. In constructed and casual play it pressures life totals while imposing a harsh maintenance tax on a chosen opponent at the end step. If they cannot or will not sacrifice two nonland, nontoken permanents you gain card advantage immediately, which makes Rakdos a solid threat against decks that rely on a few key permanents.

The card reads like a performance that punishes passive play. Use removal and disruption to force tough choices and then close with aerial damage. In Commander this card creates meaningful politics on the table because the end step trigger targets a single opponent. It is straightforward to pilot but offers tactical depth when sequencing attacks and removal to maximize the opponent selection and the timing of your draw two outcome.

Card Details:

Mana Cost — {4}{B}{R}

Card Type — Legendary Creature

Subtypes — Demon

Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) — Flying, trample
At the beginning of your end step, target opponent may sacrifice two nonland, nontoken permanents. If they do not, you draw two cards.

Power / Toughness — 6/6