Profane Prayers

Description

Profane Prayers is a black sorcery from the 2002 Magic: The Gathering Onslaught expansion, identified by card number 162. This foil variant adds visual depth to the standard black border, making it a preferred choice for collectors who appreciate the shimmering finish within the set. The card’s design is attributed to artist Alan Pollack, whose work defines the visual identity of this era of the game. In terms of gameplay mechanics, Profane Prayers serves as a versatile threat and lifegain tool. The card deals damage equal to the number of Clerics controlled by its owner, allowing the player to also gain that same amount of life. This synergy makes it a staple in strategies that focus on generating Cleric tokens or maintaining a board presence of these creatures. The mana cost of three mana, including two black mana, places it in the mid-game range where players often look to swing the board state. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out foil cards from the Onslaught block to complete their sets or to build themed collections around the game's dark aesthetic. The Onslaught expansion remains a foundational part of the game's history, and cards like Profane Prayers continue to be relevant in formats that allow older legal cards. The combination of its functional design and the foil treatment ensures it stands out among common cards of the era.