Identify and appreciate the 1996 Pro Tour Collector Set version of Drain Life, card number ll132, a foundational black sorcery in Magic: The Gathering history.
Drain Life
1996 • Magic: The Gathering • Pro Tour Collector Set
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Released in 1996, the Pro Tour Collector Set (PTC) represents a pivotal moment in the history of Magic: The Gathering, offering early access to cards that would define the competitive landscape. This product focuses on Drain Life, identified by card number ll132 within the set's catalog. As a black sorcery with a mana cost of {X}{1}{B}, Drain Life serves as a versatile removal spell that also provides life gain, making it a staple in many decks during the game's early years. The card features artwork by Douglas Shuler, capturing the dark aesthetic common to black mana cards of this era. Collectors often seek this card to complete the Pro Tour Collector Set or to own a piece of Magic's foundational history. For enthusiasts of Magic: The Gathering, owning a card from this release connects them to the game's roots. Drain Life remains a recognizable name among players who appreciate the strategic depth introduced in the mid-90s. Whether you are a long-time player or a new collector exploring TCG history, this card offers a tangible link to the game's evolution.
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Drain Life
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Douglas Shuler
Card Stock
English
{X}{1}{B}
Sorcery
B
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Spend only black mana on X. Drain Life deals X damage to any target. You gain life equal to the damage dealt, but not more life than the player's life total before the damage was dealt, the planeswalker's loyalty before the damage was dealt, or the creature's toughness.