# Cruel Edict Cruel Edict is a straightforward black removal spell that forces an opponent to sacrifice a creature. As an uncommon from Duel Decks: Divine vs. Demonic, it represents the kind of efficient creature removal that defined black's role in Magic's early design. Collectors view this card primarily through the lens of its set rather than the card itself, since Duel Decks were supplemental products designed for casual play and introduction to the game. The card has seen occasional reprints across various sets, making individual copies relatively common. Most interest centers on completing the Duel Decks set itself rather than hunting specific variants of this particular card.