Profane Prayers

Description

Profane Prayers is a distinct black sorcery from the 2002 Magic: The Gathering Onslaught expansion, carrying the card number 162. Designed by Alan Pollack, this common card offers a versatile gameplay effect that rewards players for maintaining a board presence of Clerics. When cast for its mana cost of {2}{B}{B}, it allows the player to deal X damage to any target while gaining X life, where X represents the number of Clerics currently on the battlefield. This dual effect of removal and life gain makes it a strategic tool in formats where Cleric synergy is viable. The card’s clean design and functional text box reflect the era’s approach to black magic, focusing on life manipulation and direct damage. As a staple of the set, Profane Prayers appeals to those interested in the history of Magic: The Gathering and the evolution of its card types. It remains a recognizable piece for enthusiasts tracking the development of black-aligned strategies during the early 2000s. The Onslaught set continues to hold interest among TCG historians and players who appreciate the foundational designs that shaped modern gameplay.