Vein Ripper: Slice and Stitch
Vein Ripper is a compact rulebook of attrition wrapped in a 6 over 5 frame. Castable for {3}{B}{B}{B}, this Vampire Assassin enters with flying and the Ward ability that forces you to sacrifice a creature to let it resolve. Its triggered text turns every casualty into a currency. Each time a creature dies, a target opponent loses 2 life and you gain 2 life, so sacrifices, blockers and trading creatures all become incremental advantage over time.
On the battlefield Vein Ripper plays a dual role. It functions as a finisher when the board is clogged and as a value engine in sacrifice shells and aristocrat builds. It pairs cleanly with recurring sacrifice outlets and graveyard synergies that can pay for Ward without hampering your tempo. In the lore of Karlov Manor the card reads as a calculated executioner. The design rewards controlled exchanges and precise sequencing rather than raw aggression.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {3}{B}{B}{B}
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Card Type – Creature
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Subtypes – Vampire Assassin
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Flying
Ward—Sacrifice a creature.
Whenever a creature dies, target opponent loses 2 life and you gain 2 life.
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Power / Toughness – 6/5
