The 2012 Avacyn Restored foil common Mental Agony card from Magic: The Gathering, featuring a bold finish and classic sorcery mechanics.
Mental Agony
2012 • Magic: The Gathering • Avacyn Restored
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Description
This Black sorcery card features a foil finish that catches the light, offering a premium visual appeal compared to the standard nonfoil version. Designed by artist Greg Staples, the card embodies the dark aesthetic typical of the set's theme, making it a desirable addition for collectors who appreciate the artistic direction of the era. As a common rarity, Mental Agony is widely available, yet the foil variant remains a favorite among enthusiasts who seek to complete their Avacyn Restored collections with a touch of shine. The card’s mechanics are straightforward yet impactful: it requires three generic mana and one black mana to cast, resulting in a total mana value of four. Upon resolution, the card forces the target player to discard two cards from their hand and lose two life points. This dual effect makes it a potent tool for disrupting an opponent's strategy while simultaneously applying life pressure. Mental Agony represents the aggressive nature of Black mana, providing players with a reliable method to control the board state. The foil treatment adds a layer of collectibility, distinguishing it from the mass-produced common cards. Whether you are building a competitive deck or curating a personal library of favorite cards, this foil Mental Agony offers a blend of gameplay utility and aesthetic quality.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Mental Agony
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Greg Staples
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{B}
Sorcery
B
Card Text
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Target player discards two cards and loses 2 life.
"His mind is feeble. Feed him to the bats."






