What is the mana cost of Abyssal Specter?

The Abyssal Specter requires a mana cost of three: two generic mana and two black mana. This places its mana value at four, making it a mid-game threat that fits into various black-based strategies.

What abilities does the 2017 Modern Masters version have?

This version of Abyssal Specter features the flying ability and a triggered ability that causes the target player to discard a card whenever the creature deals damage to them.

Is Abyssal Specter a rare or uncommon card?

In the Modern Masters 2017 set (MM3), Abyssal Specter is printed as an uncommon rarity. It is card number 59 in the set's base collection.

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The 2017 Modern Masters release of Abyssal Specter, card number 59 in Magic: The Gathering. This uncommon black creature offers powerful discard mechanics for your collection.

Abyssal Specter

2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Modern Masters 2017

2017 Magic: The Gathering Modern Masters 2017

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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $0.22, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 11, 2026 Guide Estimate: $0.22. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.22 to $0.22 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 20, 2026 and Oct 11, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 11, 2026

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Source date not availableCaptured Oct 11, 2026
Guide Estimate: $0.22. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.22 to $0.22 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 20, 2026 and Oct 11, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 11, 2026

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Abyssal Specter, card number 59 from the 2017 Modern Masters set, stands as a formidable presence in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Published under the MM3 set code, this uncommon black creature requires three mana to cast and boasts a power and toughness of 2/3. Players value this card for its ability to control the board through its unique triggered effect, which forces opponents to discard cards whenever it deals damage. Created by artist Daarken, the card represents a key component for enthusiasts of the Modern Masters series. As an uncommon rarity within the set, it is frequently sought after by collectors looking to complete their Modern Masters MM3 collections or build specific thematic decks. The creature type, Specter, adds to its dark aesthetic appeal, resonating with fans of the game's horror-inspired design language. For investors and hobbyists, owning a copy of Abyssal Specter from this 2017 release provides a tangible connection to a pivotal era of Magic: The Gathering history. Whether you are building a library of rare cards or simply appreciate the strategic depth of the game, this card offers both mechanical utility and collectible value.

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