The Cosmic Horror, card #92 from Magic: The Gathering's 1994 Legends set, featuring a formidable 7/7 Horror creature with first strike and a unique self-sacrifice mechanic.
Cosmic Horror
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • Legends
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The Cosmic Horror, designated as card number 92, is a defining element of the 1994 Magic: The Gathering Legends expansion. Players are drawn to this card because it offers immediate board presence as a 7/7 Horror with first strike, yet demands a significant strategic commitment. The card's unique ability requires the controller to pay {3}{B}{B}{B} at the start of each upkeep to keep it on the battlefield. If the cost cannot be met, the creature is destroyed, dealing 7 damage to its controller in the process. This high-risk, high-reward dynamic makes it a memorable piece for any Magic: The Gathering enthusiast. Collectors value the Cosmic Horror for its role in early TCG history and its striking illustration by Jesper Myrfors. Its black mana identity and six-mana casting cost reflect the aggressive nature of the Legends era. For investors and hobbyists alike, owning a copy of this card represents a tangible connection to the game's foundational years. The Legends set remains a cornerstone for serious collectors, and this card is a key component for those looking to complete their set or build thematic decks. Whether you are a veteran player or a new collector, the Cosmic Horror offers a unique glimpse into the strategic depth of 1990s trading card games.
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Featured Subject
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Cosmic Horror
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Jesper Myrfors
Card Stock
English
{3}{B}{B}{B}
Creature — Horror
7 / 7
B
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First strike At the beginning of your upkeep, destroy this creature unless you pay {3}{B}{B}{B}. If this creature is destroyed this way, it deals 7 damage to you.
"Then flashed the living lightning from her eyes,/ And screams of horror rend th' affrighted skies." —Alexander Pope, *The Rape of the Lock*