Xantcha's first ability is a replacement effect that modifies how it enters the battlefield, not a triggered ability
The 5 Best Red Lorwyn Eclipsed Cards Hexing Squelcher First up is Hexing Squelcher, a 2/2 Goblin Sorcerer for (1)(R) that is an absolute nightmare for any blue-based control deck
High Noon Ive been hoping to see a card with this effect that can sacrifice itself for years now, but I definitely wasnt expecting it to cost only two mana when it finally showed up
Black Magic is primarily damaging elemental spells, White Magic is healing and support, Red Magic blends the two, while Blue represents an ability to absorb and learn the skills of an enemy opponent
It's a nice card to put into go wide decks because it mitigates the damage caused by effects that destroy all creatures
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