Master of the Phyrexian Arts: Yawgmoth, Thran Physician
Step into the shadows of Dominaria with Yawgmoth, Thran Physician, a legendary creature that embodies the dark legacy of Phyrexia. With a mana cost of {2}{B}{B}, this Human Cleric provides a powerful blend of versatility and malignant prowess. Yawgmoth's ability to manipulate life itself allows you to pay one life and sacrifice another creature to put a -1/-1 counter on an opposing creature. This ability can turn the tide in battles, especially against swarm strategies or larger threats. His unique synergy with cards like Proliferate mechanics can quickly escalate your advantage, making your opponents think twice about their creature choices.
But that's not all; Yawgmoth also excels in card advantage with his ability to discard a card and proliferate, expanding the counters on your creatures while simultaneously weakening your foes. This makes him a cornerstone in decks that leverage counter mechanics, working seamlessly alongside cards like Ghave, Guru of Spores or Hardened Scales. As you weave through the intricacies of your game plan, harness the devastating potential of Yawgmoth to create a strategy that thrives on sacrifice and deception.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {2}{B}{B}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Legendary, Human, Cleric
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Protection from Humans
Pay 1 life, Sacrifice another creature: Put a -1/-1 counter on target creature and draw a card.
Discard a card: Proliferate.
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Power / Toughness: 2/4
