The 2000 Invasion expansion card Soul Burn (card number 124s), a versatile black sorcery designed for strategic mana management.
Soul Burn
2000 • Magic: The Gathering • Invasion
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Soul Burn, identified as card number 124s in the 2000 Invasion expansion, remains a notable piece of Magic: The Gathering history for dedicated collectors. As a black sorcery, this card offers a unique mechanical interaction that appeals to both players and archivists of the game's early eras. The card allows the caster to deal damage to any target while gaining life equal to that damage, capped by the amount of black mana spent on the variable cost X. This design creates a dynamic risk-reward scenario that defines much of the strategic depth found in the Invasion block. Collectors of vintage Magic cards often seek out cards from this era due to their foundational role in shaping the game's complex mana systems. Soul Burn exemplifies the intricate card design that characterized Magic: The Gathering during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Its presence in the Invasion set highlights the ongoing evolution of black mana abilities, focusing on life manipulation and direct damage. For enthusiasts building a comprehensive collection of the Invasion series, this card represents an essential component of the set's narrative and mechanical diversity. Whether you are looking to complete a set of Invasion cards or simply appreciate the craftsmanship of early Magic: The Gathering designs, Soul Burn holds significant appeal. The card’s straightforward yet powerful effect makes it a recognizable symbol of the game's strategic richness. By focusing on the core attributes of the card, such as its black color identity and sorcery type, collectors can appreciate its place in the broader context of Magic's legacy. This product provides access to a tangible piece of that history, allowing you to own a verified copy of this classic spell.
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Soul Burn
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Andrew Goldhawk
Card Stock
English
{X}{2}{B}
Sorcery
B
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Spend only black and/or red mana on X. Soul Burn deals X damage to any target. You gain life equal to the damage dealt, but not more than the amount of {B} spent on X, the player's life total before the damage was dealt, the planeswalker's loyalty before the damage was dealt, or the creature's toughness.












