Wither and Bloom: Grim Utility for Black Decks
Wither and Bloom is a versatile instant from Modern Horizons 3 that fits neatly in the tempo and value games typical of black decks. For {1}{B}, you can target a creature and give it minus three minus three until end of turn. You can also pay 1B and exile Wither and Bloom from your graveyard to place a plus one plus one counter on a target creature you control. Activate only as a sorcery.
The card rewards mindful sequencing, delivering removal and a growth spike in a single package. In graveyard oriented builds, the exile clause fuels persistent value, letting you push a creature over the top while you manage your resources. Death itself is nothing to cry about. The real tragedy is letting a death go to waste.
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Mana Cost: {1}{B}
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Card Type: Instant
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Subtypes: (none)
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Card Text (Printed): Target creature gets minus three minus three until end of turn. 1B, Exile Wither and Bloom from your graveyard: Put a plus one plus one counter on target creature you control. Activate only as a sorcery.
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Power / Toughness: N/A
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Loyalty: N/A
