What is the mana cost of Phyrexian Arena in Magic: The Gathering?

Phyrexian Arena has a mana cost of {1}{B}{B}, requiring one generic mana and two black mana symbols to cast. Its total mana value is 3.

What effect does Phyrexian Arena have on gameplay?

At the beginning of your upkeep, you draw a card and you lose 1 life. This allows you to replace the card in your hand each turn.

Who is the artist for the Phyrexian Arena card in Commander 2015?

The artwork for Phyrexian Arena in the Commander 2015 set was created by Carl Critchlow.

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The Phyrexian Arena enchantment from the Commander 2015 set, offering a powerful card draw mechanic for black decks.

Phyrexian Arena

2015 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander 2015

2015 Magic: The Gathering Commander 2015

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $4.27

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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)Last Updated Oct 11, 2026Check Price Guide

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Condition	Value	Source	Trend	Price Details
	$4.27Oct 11, 2026	Guide Estimate	+0.2%
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $4.27, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 11, 2026 Guide Estimate: $4.27. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $4.26 to $4.27 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 20, 2026 and Oct 11, 2026: 0.2%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 11, 2026

$4.27Oct 11, 2026
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Guide Estimate
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Price Details
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)
Estimate: $4.27, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Oct 11, 2026
Guide Estimate: $4.27. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $4.26 to $4.27 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 20, 2026 and Oct 11, 2026: 0.2%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 11, 2026

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TCGplayer Market (reference) · Guide Estimate evidence · captured Oct 11, 2026

Each point is the last stored observation that day for this printing, condition, grader, autograph status and source. Gaps mean no observation; guide estimates and asking prices are not completed sales.

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Description

The Phyrexian Arena card from the Commander 2015 set is a well-known enchantment in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Printed with the card number 130 and the set code C15, this rare card features artwork by Carl Critchlow and carries a mana cost of {1}{B}{B}. As a black mana enchantment with a mana value of three, it serves as a key component for players seeking consistent card advantage. The card’s rules text dictates that at the beginning of your upkeep, you draw a card and lose 1 life. This mechanic allows deck builders to maintain a steady flow of resources over the course of the game. The flavor text, "A drop of humanity for a sea of power," hints at the card’s thematic roots in the game’s lore. While its gameplay effect is straightforward, the card remains a recognizable piece of Magic history. The card’s rarity and iconic status make it a valuable addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection.

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