Coram, the Undertaker

Strategy & Gameplay

This is a powerhouse legendary creature that rewards players for filling graveyards with creatures while providing multiple layers of value that make it an excellent addition to any self-mill or graveyard-focused strategy. Coram costs just four mana across three colors and brings an impressive 0/5 body that scales dramatically in power output, gaining +X/+0 where X represents the greatest power among all creature cards in any graveyard, making it potentially massive by mid-game in grindy matchups. The passive mill trigger whenever Coram attacks ensures you're consistently filling graveyards on your offensive turns, which directly synergizes with both its power boost and its most impactful ability. That third ability is where Coram truly shines, allowing you to play an additional land each turn and cast spells directly from graveyards that were milled from libraries this turn, effectively giving you access to cards that would normally be inaccessible while accelerating your mana base. This makes Coram an ideal centerpiece for Golgari or Jund graveyard decks, particularly in formats like Commander where mill strategies can thrive, as well as Historic and Timeless formats where self-mill synergies are well-established. Players want this card because it combines offense, acceleration, and card advantage into a single package that scales with graveyard development, turning what might otherwise be wasted mill effects into legitimate game-winning threats. Its legality across Commander, Historic, Timeless, Legacy, and Vintage formats means it has applications across multiple competitive and casual environments, making it a versatile choice for graveyard enthusiasts.