The Thorn of the Black Rose is a foil common card from the 2020 Commander Legends expansion, featuring the Human Assassin with Deathtouch and monarch triggering abilities.
2020 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander Legends
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Thorn of the Black Rose is a foil common card from the 2020 Commander Legends expansion, identified by card number 154 in the CMR set code. Created by artist David Gaillet, this Magic: The Gathering trading card game card depicts a Human Assassin with the mana cost of three generic and one black mana. The card features a distinct foil finish that distinguishes it within the common rarity tier of the set. As a black-colored creature, Thorn of the Black Rose brings specific mechanical value to Commander decks. It possesses Deathtouch, ensuring that any damage it deals to a creature is sufficient to destroy it, regardless of the damage amount. Additionally, the card triggers an effect upon entering the battlefield that causes the controller to become the monarch, a game state mechanic that influences card draw over the course of the match. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering, this card represents a key piece of the Commander Legends era. The foil treatment adds visual appeal, making it a desirable addition for those who appreciate the aesthetic diversity of the set. Whether you are building a themed deck around Marchesa or simply expanding your collection of Commander Legends cards, this foil common offers both gameplay utility and collectible value. The card’s design and mechanics reflect the unique flavor and strategic depth that define the Commander format.
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Thorn of the Black Rose
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Magic: The Gathering
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Common
David Gaillet
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{B}
Creature — Human Assassin
1 / 3
B
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Deathtouch When this creature enters, you become the monarch.
If bribery and intimidation fail, Marchesa turns to her favorite form of persuasion.
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