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Retched Wretch

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When this creature dies, if it had a -1/-1 counter on it, return it to the battlefield under its owner's control and it loses all abilities.

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Retched Wretch at a glance

Commander
Legal
Colour identity
Black
Popularity
#21,510 on EDHREC
Mana cost
{2}{B}
Rarity
Uncommon
First printed
2026
Artist
Raph Lomotan

Popularity rank from EDHREC, card data from Scryfall.

CARD OVERVIEW

Retched Wretch

When this creature dies, if it had a -1/-1 counter on it, return it to the battlefield under its owner's control and it loses all abilities.

TYPECreature — Goblin
MANA{2}{B}
COLOR IDENTITYB
PRINTINGECL · #117
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COMMANDERS

Popular commanders that can include Retched Wretch

Every one of these can legally include it; picked by how widely they're played, since none are built around its specific role.

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FAQ

Questions about Retched Wretch

What does Retched Wretch do?

When this creature dies, if it had a -1/-1 counter on it, return it to the battlefield under its owner's control and it loses all abilities.

Is Retched Wretch legal in Commander?

Yes, Retched Wretch is legal in Commander.

What colour identity is Retched Wretch?

Black. A Commander deck can only include it if the commander's colour identity contains these colours.

Which commanders work with Retched Wretch?

Commanders that are widely played and can include it include Syr Konrad, the Grim, Braids, Arisen Nightmare, Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff and Sheoldred, the Apocalypse.

What cards are similar to Retched Wretch?

Widely played cards of the same type include Solemn Simulacrum, Roaming Throne, Blood Artist and Ornithopter of Paradise.

Can I see what I can build with Retched Wretch?

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