Fateful Absence

Description

Fateful Absence is a white Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, released in 2021 as part of the Innistrad: Midnight Hunt Promos set. Identified by card number 18p and the PMID set code, this release carries a Rare rarity designation and features a distinctive foil finish that appeals to collectors of premium TCG media. The card was illustrated by Eric Deschamps and costs {1}{W} to cast, with a mana value of 2. In gameplay, Fateful Absence allows a player to destroy a target creature or planeswalker. The controller of the destroyed permanent then investigates by creating a Clue token. This artifact token can be sacrificed for {2} to draw a card, providing a resource swing that balances the removal effect. The flavor text references Sorin racing to his grandfather's resting-crypt, adding narrative depth to the card's design within the Innistrad block. Collectors value this promo variant for its aesthetic presentation and its place within the modern Magic: The Gathering catalog. The Innistrad: Midnight Hunt Promos set offers a curated selection of cards that complement the main set releases, making Fateful Absence a notable piece for those tracking specific expansions. The combination of the foil treatment, the Rare status, and the efficient gameplay effect ensures this card remains a relevant item for both casual players and serious collectors building their Magic: The Gathering holdings.