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

Duress has a mana cost of one black mana, making it a low-cost sorcery that can be cast early in the game.

Who illustrated the Duress card from Core Set 2021?

The artwork for the Duress foil card in Core Set 2021 was created by artist Steven Belledin.

How does the Duress card work in gameplay?

Duress forces the target opponent to reveal their hand, allowing you to choose a noncreature, nonland card for them to discard.

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The Duress foil card from Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2021, a black sorcery designed for strategic hand disruption.

Duress

2020 • Magic: The Gathering • Core Set 2021

2020 Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2021

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $0.25

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Condition	Value	Source	Trend	Price Details
	$0.25Oct 14, 2026	Guide Estimate	+38.9%
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $0.25, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 14, 2026 Guide Estimate: $0.25. 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 $0.18 to $0.25 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 25, 2026 and Oct 14, 2026: 38.9%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.

$0.25Oct 14, 2026
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Guide Estimate
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+38.9%
Price Details
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)
Estimate: $0.25, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Oct 14, 2026
Guide Estimate: $0.25. 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 $0.18 to $0.25 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 25, 2026 and Oct 14, 2026: 38.9%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.

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TCGplayer Market (reference) · Guide Estimate evidence · captured Oct 14, 2026

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Description

Duress is a black sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2021, identified by card number 96. Released in 2020, this common card features a foil finish and was illustrated by Steven Belledin. The card requires one black mana to cast and serves as a foundational tool for hand disruption strategies. When played, the target opponent reveals their hand, allowing you to choose a noncreature, nonland card for them to discard. This effect provides immediate information and resource denial, making it a staple in decks focused on controlling the opponent's options. The flavor text, "Resistance is unthinkable," underscores the card's aggressive nature. Collectors appreciate the foil treatment for its visual distinction within the base set. As a single-card release, it stands alone in its specific identity within the M21 checklist. The card's straightforward mechanics and low mana cost make it accessible and versatile across various formats. Its ability to interact with the opponent's hand makes it a valuable asset in both casual and competitive play. This card is a key component for those looking to master the art of hand disruption in Magic: The Gathering.

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