Agonizing Syphon

Description

Agonizing Syphon enters the Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart subset as a common black sorcery card. Released in 2024, this card is identified by card number 396 and carries the set code J25. It features a mana cost of three generic mana and one black mana, resulting in a total mana value of four. As a single-black card, it integrates seamlessly into strategies focused on the black color identity. The card’s effect allows the player to deal three damage to any target and gain three life simultaneously. This dual benefit makes Agonizing Syphon a flexible tool in gameplay, capable of removing smaller threats or chipping away at planeswalkers while stabilizing the player’s life total. The flavor text, attributed to Vilis, Broker of Blood, adds narrative depth, hinting at the torment associated with the spell's name without dictating specific game mechanics. Agonizing Syphon, illustrated by artist Seb McKinnon, represents a standard common rarity within this release. Its straightforward sorcery type and efficient mana curve make it a recognizable piece for enthusiasts tracking the Foundations era. For those building collections around the 2024 Foundations release, Agonizing Syphon serves as a foundational element. Its inclusion in the Jumpstart subset highlights Magic: The Gathering’s commitment to evolving its core products. Whether for casual play or collection completion, this card remains a distinct identifier of the 2024 Foundations era within the broader Magic: The Gathering trading card game ecosystem.