The Rare foil version of The Abyss from Magic: The Gathering's Masters Edition III. This World Enchantment features Pete Venters' art and powerful upkeep destruction.
The Abyss
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition III
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The Abyss, card number 77 in Magic: The Gathering's Masters Edition III, stands as a formidable World Enchantment for collectors and players alike. Released in 2009, this foil card features artwork by Pete Venters and carries a mana cost of {3}{B}. As a Rare card with a mana value of 4, it occupies a specific niche in the game's history, offering a distinct mechanical impact on gameplay. The card's rules dictate that at the beginning of each player's upkeep, they must destroy a target nonartifact creature of their choice, which cannot be regenerated. This creates a tense dynamic where players must weigh their board presence against the looming threat of the Abyss. Collectors often seek out this card for its iconic status within the Masters sets, which are known for reprinting classic cards from earlier eras. The foil finish adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a desirable addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Whether you are building a Commander deck or simply appreciating the card's design and lore, The Abyss offers a blend of strategic depth and aesthetic beauty. Its flavor text, quoting Ernest Renan, adds a touch of literary gravitas to the card's theme of inevitable destruction.
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The Abyss
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Pete Venters
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{B}
World Enchantment
B
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At the beginning of each player's upkeep, destroy target nonartifact creature that player controls of their choice. It can't be regenerated.
"An immense river of oblivion is sweeping us away into a nameless abyss." —Ernest Renan, Souvenirs d'Enfance et de Jeunesse
