Most importantly this is basically a 5/5 for (a very restrictive) 5 mana that cannot usually block. Keep in mind, that is already really close to playable. Oh, but it gets better.
I'd like to take the time here to read through this whole ability, since many people have been reading it wrong.
"When Obzedat enters the battlefield, target opponent loses 2 life and you gain 2 life"
So, you're telling me that this guy gets in for 2 AND gets me out of burn range, for free, every turn? Holy freaking Jesus that's dumb.
Some fun interactions here -
- This is targeted. It can be stopped by a Witchbane Orb.
- Restoration Angel can get another drain trigger, but only if you main phase the Angel, which might be sub-optimal.
- This life gain is repeating, making Skullcrack pretty mediocre against it.
"At the beginning of your end step, you may exile Obzedat" - this is a MAY ability. You can keep him around to block with, if the situation is right. Even though it will usually be correct to exile him for the 4-point life swing, this will happen.
"If you do, return it to the battlefield under its owner's control at the beginning of your next upkeep. It gains Haste" - It returns itself only at YOUR upkeep. Meaning it never needs to be on the battlefield during your opponent's turn. It is completely immune to any sorcery speed removal. This is why Obzedat is so insane: It is nearly impossible to kill. Instead of listing all of the cards that don't kill it, let me give you the complete comprehensive list of what DOES kill it.
- Selesnya Charm
- Morbid Brimstone Volley
- Morbin Tragic Slip
- ... that's it. Really.
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