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The Anguished Unmaking Commander card from Magic: The Gathering's Secrets of Strixhaven set features a unique exile effect for black and white decks.

Anguished Unmaking

2026 • Magic: The Gathering • Secrets of Strixhaven • Commander

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Description

The Anguished Unmaking card from Magic: The Gathering’s Secrets of Strixhaven set offers a distinct strategic option for players building black and white decks. This Instant spell, identified by card number 293 in the Commander subset, allows players to remove a target nonland permanent from the game by exiling it. While the effect is powerful, it comes with a significant cost: the caster loses 3 life during the resolution. This trade-off adds a layer of tactical decision-making to the gameplay, requiring careful consideration of board states and life totals before casting. Illustrated by Wesley Burt, this rare card embodies the intricate design philosophy of the Secrets of Strixhaven expansion. The flavor text accompanying the card references the complex history of Sorin and Avacyn, grounding the mechanical effect in the rich lore of the Magic universe. For collectors, this card represents a tangible piece of the 2026 release, appealing to those who appreciate both the strategic depth of the Commander format and the narrative elements woven into the set. Collectors and players alike value cards like Anguished Unmaking for their dual role in competitive play and set completion. The card’s mana cost of {1}{W}{B} and mana value of 3 make it accessible in the mid-game, while its color identity ensures synergy with various strategies. Whether you are looking to enhance your Magic: The Gathering collection or find a unique addition to your library, this card from The catalog stands out for its blend of mechanical impact and artistic presentation. The Secrets of Strixhaven set continues to be a favorite among enthusiasts, and Anguished Unmaking is a notable component of that legacy.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2026

Series

Secrets of Strixhaven

Subset

Commander

Subset Type

Subset

Card Number

#293

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Wesley Burt

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{W}{B}

Type

Instant

Color

B, W

Card Text

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Exile target nonland permanent. You lose 3 life.

Sorin had created Avacyn, so it was a cruelty beyond imagining, a pain beyond description, that it fell upon him to end her forever.

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What does Anguished Unmaking do in Magic: The Gathering?

Anguished Unmaking is an Instant card that exiles a target nonland permanent. The player who casts the spell must lose 3 life as part of the cost or effect resolution.

What is the mana cost and color identity of this card?

The card has a mana cost of {1}{W}{B}, requiring one generic mana, one white mana, and one black mana. Its color identity is White and Black.

Which set does this card belong to?

This card is part of the Secrets of Strixhaven expansion released in 2026. It is included in the Commander subset as card number 293.

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