The foil Phyrexian Tyranny card from the 2001 Planeshift set is a sought-after enchantment for Magic: The Gathering collectors and competitive players alike.
Phyrexian Tyranny
2001 • Magic: The Gathering • Planeshift
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Released in 2001 as part of the Planeshift expansion, the Phyrexian Tyranny (card number 118) remains a cornerstone of Magic: The Gathering history. This foil rare enchantment demands {U}{B}{R} to cast and introduces a devastating board state: whenever any player draws a card, they must pay {2} or lose 2 life. The strategic weight of this effect makes it a perennial favorite among enthusiasts of the game's more oppressive mechanics. Collectors value this card not only for its gameplay utility but also for its place within the Planeshift set, which expanded the game's narrative into the depths of Phyrexia. The foil treatment adds significant visual appeal, catching the light and distinguishing it from non-foil counterparts in any binder or collection. Whether you are building a thematic deck centered around life loss or simply expanding your archive of iconic 2001 expansions, adding this card to your inventory is a smart move. It represents a pivotal moment in Magic's design evolution, offering both historical significance and lasting mechanical relevance for modern formats.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Phyrexian Tyranny
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Kev Walker
Card Stock
English
Foil
{U}{B}{R}
Enchantment
B, R, U
Card Text
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Whenever a player draws a card, that player loses 2 life unless they pay {2}.
"He is Yawgmoth's reward to me. I shall kill him a hundred times a day." —Crovax, to Ertai
