The 2003 Scourge expansion's rare Decree of Pain sorcery card, presented here in a sought-after foil finish. This Magic: The Gathering trading card delivers powerful board control with its unique cycling ability.
Decree of Pain
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Scourge
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Description
Released in 2003 as part of the Scourge set, Decree of Pain stands as a formidable sorcery within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Card number 64 in the set, this Rare card is distinguished by its premium foil finish, offering collectors a visually striking piece of TCG history. The card’s high mana cost and devastating effect make it a memorable inclusion for any vintage Magic collection. Mechanically, Decree of Pain serves as a powerful board clear. By paying its mana cost of six black mana, players can destroy all creatures on the battlefield, with the added benefit of drawing a card for each creature removed. This ability ensures that the card’s impact is felt immediately, turning a difficult board state into a resource advantage. Furthermore, the card introduces a strategic layer through its Cycling ability, allowing players to discard it to draw a new card while simultaneously weakening all opposing creatures for the turn. The artistic vision behind this card comes from renowned illustrator Carl Critchlow, whose work has defined the aesthetic of Magic for decades. The foil treatment enhances the card's presentation, making it a standout piece for those who appreciate both the gameplay depth and the visual appeal of early 2000s Magic cards. Whether you are a veteran player looking to complete the Scourge set or a new collector entering the world of Magic: The Gathering, this card represents a significant moment in the game's evolution. Its unique combination of board wipe power and cycling utility ensures it remains a favorite among enthusiasts of the format.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Decree of Pain
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Carl Critchlow
Card Stock
English
Foil
{6}{B}{B}
Sorcery
B
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Destroy all creatures. They can't be regenerated. Draw a card for each creature destroyed this way. Cycling {3}{B}{B} ({3}{B}{B}, Discard this card: Draw a card.) When you cycle this card, all creatures get -2/-2 until end of turn.
FAQ
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What is the mana cost of Decree of Pain in Magic: The Gathering?
The mana cost for Decree of Pain is six generic black mana and two additional black mana, totaling eight mana. This high cost reflects its powerful board-clearing effect.
What is the Cycling ability on Decree of Pain?
Cycling allows you to discard Decree of Pain by paying its cycling cost to draw a card. When you cycle this card, all creatures on the battlefield get -2/-2 until the end of the turn.
Who illustrated Decree of Pain from the Scourge set?
Decree of Pain was illustrated by Carl Critchlow, a legendary artist known for his work on many early Magic: The Gathering cards.
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