The 2010 Magic: The Gathering M11 foil Stabbing Pain card (#118) is a versatile black Instant that reduces a target creature's power and toughness while tapping it. This common foil features the original art by Zoltan Boros and Gabor Szikszai.
Stabbing Pain
2010 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic
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The 2010 Magic: The Gathering M11 release established a cornerstone for the trading card game, and Stabbing Pain remains a recognizable entry for enthusiasts of the Black mana color. As a common Instant from the M11 core set, this card offers players a straightforward yet effective tool for disruption. The foil finish adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a favorite for collectors who appreciate the shimmering treatment on staples from this era. In gameplay, Stabbing Pain functions as a tactical removal option. By targeting a creature, it reduces its power and toughness by one until the end of the turn and forces that creature to tap. This dual effect allows players to neutralize threats, block attacks, or disable abilities that require a creature to be untapped. The card’s low mana cost makes it accessible early in the game, providing immediate impact against opposing forces. Collectors value this piece for its connection to the Magic: The Gathering legacy. The foil version of Stabbing Pain stands out in collections due to its distinctive sheen, which contrasts with the standard nonfoil commons. Enthusiasts often seek out this card to complete foil sets, add to their Black mana libraries, or simply enjoy the aesthetic of the M11 era. Whether you are a longtime player or a new collector, the Stabbing Pain foil card represents a key element of the Magic: The Gathering universe. Its combination of utility and visual style makes it a noteworthy addition to any TCG collection.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Stabbing Pain
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Zoltan Boros & Gabor Szikszai
Card Stock
English
Foil
{B}
Instant
B
Card Text
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Target creature gets -1/-1 until end of turn. Tap that creature.
"You can take the fight out of nearly any creature if you know where its soft spot is." —Guttor, flesh-warper









