Scarecrow
In some rural regions of the American Midwest, a tale has been passed down for generations about isolated farmhouses surrounded by vast wheat fields. According to the legend, travelers on stormy nights sometimes spot a particularly hideous scarecrow standing by the roadside. Those who stop at a nearby house and accept the hospitality of its owner often never return to their families.
Locals claim that the scarecrow does not guard the fields from birds. It guards them to ensure that no one ever leaves the field it has chosen. Some believe it is a demon that feeds on human fear, while others say it is part of an ancient ritual meant to guarantee abundant harvests.
One detail remains unchanged in every version of the story—whenever the harvest is exceptionally good, there is always a new scarecrow standing in the field.
Role in The Black Bestiary
Scarecrow excels against decks that rely heavily on Flying Beings. It is particularly effective against Raven, whose ability prevents Beings from being recovered from the Cemetery. However, because it cannot attack, Scarecrow serves as a specialized support card designed to counter specific strategies.
Locals claim that the scarecrow does not guard the fields from birds. It guards them to ensure that no one ever leaves the field it has chosen. Some believe it is a demon that feeds on human fear, while others say it is part of an ancient ritual meant to guarantee abundant harvests.
One detail remains unchanged in every version of the story—whenever the harvest is exceptionally good, there is always a new scarecrow standing in the field.
Role in The Black Bestiary
Scarecrow excels against decks that rely heavily on Flying Beings. It is particularly effective against Raven, whose ability prevents Beings from being recovered from the Cemetery. However, because it cannot attack, Scarecrow serves as a specialized support card designed to counter specific strategies.