Orcus, Prince of Undeath (Adventures in the Forgotten Realms) Light Play

Master the Undead with Orcus, Prince of Undeath Orcus, Prince of Undeath commands attention as a Legendary Demon with the power to reshape the battlefield in a single swing. With flying and trample, this 5/3 creature not only presses the attack but also forces a critical choice the moment it arrives. Players must decide between debilitating every other creature on the field with -X/-X until end of turn, at the cost of their own life total, or resurrecting up to X creatures from their graveyard with haste. This flexibility allows for strategic manipulation, whether clearing the board to push lethal damage or reanimating key creatures for an explosive follow-up turn. Orcus pairs exceptionally well with cards that benefit from sacrifice or reanimation themes and can synergize nicely with graveyard recursion staples in red and black decks. Its ability to return creatures with haste can swing tempo dramatically, making it a versatile tool in midrange or control strategies. If you’re navi