The Painful Truths foil card from the 2015 Battle for Zendikar expansion brings the powerful Converge mechanic to your Magic: The Gathering collection.
Painful Truths
2015 • Magic: The Gathering • Battle for Zendikar
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| Raw / Ungraded | $1.12 | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $1.12 to $1.18 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 14, 2026: -5.1%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | ||||
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Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $1.12 to $1.18 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 14, 2026: -5.1%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
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Description
The Painful Truths foil card, numbered 120 in the 2015 Battle for Zendikar set, is a distinctive black sorcery that offers unique strategic depth for Magic: The Gathering players. Created by artist Winona Nelson, this rare card features a premium foil finish that enhances its visual appeal and collectibility for fans of the game. The card's mana cost of {2}{B} and mana value of 3 make it accessible in various deck configurations, while its black color identity allows it to fit seamlessly into aggressive or control-oriented strategies. The Converge mechanic defines the card's gameplay, allowing players to draw cards and lose life equal to the number of colors of mana spent to cast it. This creates a dynamic decision-making process where players can tailor the card's effect by choosing which colors to include in their mana base. The flavor text reflects the desperate measures taken by Zendikar's defenders against the Eldrazi threat, adding narrative context to the card's powerful effect. The foil treatment adds a layer of prestige, making it a sought-after item for those who appreciate both the artistic and mechanical aspects of Magic: The Gathering. Whether used in competitive play or displayed as part of a curated collection, Painful Truths stands out as a significant piece of the 2015 release. Its ability to scale with mana investment makes it a versatile tool for any deck, rewarding thoughtful deck construction and strategic planning. The card's design and mechanics continue to be celebrated by the Magic community, ensuring its lasting relevance in the trading card game ecosystem.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Painful Truths
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Winona Nelson
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{B}
Sorcery
B
Card Text
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Converge — You draw X cards and lose X life, where X is the number of colors of mana spent to cast this spell.
As the Eldrazi spread, no secret that could give Zendikar's defenders an advantage was considered too dangerous to seek.
