Anguished Unmaking
Instant
Why Play Anguished Unmaking
Few removal spells offer the versatility of hitting any nonland permanent at instant speed for just three mana. The 3 life loss is a meaningful drawback in aggressive matchups, but the ability to answer planeswalkers, enchantments, artifacts, and creatures with a single card makes it invaluable for midrange and control decks. Play it when you need clean answers to problematic permanents that other removal can't handle, particularly expensive threats that justify the life payment.Format Notes
Most popular in Commander where the life loss is negligible in multiplayer games and the versatility shines against diverse permanent types. Sees solid play in Pioneer and Modern as a flexible answer in Orzhov midrange decks, though the life loss can be punishing against aggressive strategies. The exile effect makes it particularly valuable against indestructible permanents and graveyard-based strategies that recur threats.Combos & Synergies
Pairs excellently with lifegain effects like Kambal, Consul of Allocation or Sorin, Solemn Visitor to offset the life payment while maintaining card advantage. Works well in decks running Phyrexian Arena or other incremental advantage engines where the life loss is already factored into your game plan. Consider it alongside other premium Orzhov removal like Vindicate for comprehensive permanent-based disruption packages.Featured in These Decks
- Hail, Caesar Commander
- Food and Fellowship Commander
- Abzan Armor Commander
