Misfortune's Gain, card #21 from the 2009 Magic: The Gathering Masters Edition III set. This foil common sorcery offers a unique gameplay twist for collectors.
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition III
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Misfortune's Gain is a distinctive common sorcery from the 2009 Magic: The Gathering Masters Edition III expansion, cataloged as card number 21. Designed with a rare foil finish, this card stands out in the ME3 collection due to its shimmering surface and clean white border aesthetic typical of the Masters series. Gameplay-wise, Misfortune's Gain offers an intriguing risk-reward dynamic for players. For a mana cost of three generic mana and one white mana, the card allows a player to destroy a target creature. However, the twist lies in the aftermath: the owner of the destroyed creature gains 4 life. This creates a strategic dilemma, forcing players to weigh the immediate board advantage of removing a threat against the benefit of empowering their opponent. It is a staple of the white sorcery lineup in Masters Edition III, reflecting the set's focus on reprinted classics with updated treatments. For collectors, foil cards from Masters Edition III hold significant appeal. The foil processing highlights the details of Jiaming's art and gives the card a premium feel compared to its non-foil counterparts. Whether you are building a set of Masters Edition III foils or seeking specific white mana sorceries for your collection, Misfortune's Gain provides a tangible piece of Magic history. Its status as a common card in a high-profile reprint set makes it accessible yet desirable for those who appreciate the visual quality of foil treatments.
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Misfortune's Gain
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Jiaming
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{W}
Sorcery
W
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Destroy target creature. Its owner gains 4 life.
The mourning families of commanders and generals were often given land, valuables, or money to compensate for their losses.
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