Keeper of the Dead

{B}{B} · Creature — Human Wizard

{B}, {T}: Choose target opponent who has at least two fewer creature cards in their graveyard than you do as you activate this ability. Destroy target nonblack creature that player controls.

Rulings (2)

Oct 1, 2009 · A different opposing player may be targeted each time the ability is activated.

Oct 1, 2009 · It is only necessary that the condition be true as you activate the ability. The ability will still resolve normally even if the condition is no longer true at that time.

LegacyLegal

VintageLegal

ModernNot legal

PioneerNot legal

StandardNot legal

PauperNot legal

PremodernLegal

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No qualifying decks played Keeper of the Dead in the last 30 days. Tournament coverage starts Jun 1, 2026.

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