Dissection Practice, card number 79 from the 2026 Secrets of Strixhaven expansion of Magic: The Gathering. This Uncommon Instant offers versatile gameplay options.
Dissection Practice
2026 • Magic: The Gathering • Secrets of Strixhaven
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Dissection Practice stands as a notable entry within the 2026 Secrets of Strixhaven expansion of Magic: The Gathering. Identified by card number 79 and bearing the SOS set code, this Uncommon Instant card is designed for players seeking strategic depth in their decks. The card features a mana cost of {B} and a mana value of 1, allowing for early-game deployment in Black-colored strategies. Its versatile effect allows the caster to either target an opponent to lose 1 life while you gain 1 life, or modify a target creature's power and toughness by +1/+1 or -1/-1 until end of turn. Collector interest in this card often stems from its role in the Secrets of Strixhaven set, which explores the academic and magical themes of the Strixhaven universe. Artwork by Steve Ellis brings the card's theme to life, making it a desirable piece for set builders and TCG enthusiasts. The straightforward rules text and low mana cost make it a functional tool in competitive play, while its status as an Uncommon ensures it remains accessible for collectors looking to complete their Secrets of Strixhaven collection. Whether you are building a competitive deck or expanding your Magic: The Gathering library, Dissection Practice offers both mechanical utility and collectible value. Explore the diverse selection of Magic: The Gathering cards available to find this essential addition to your collection.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Dissection Practice
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Steve Ellis
Card Stock
English
{B}
Instant
B
Card Text
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Target opponent loses 1 life and you gain 1 life. Up to one target creature gets +1/+1 until end of turn. Up to one target creature gets -1/-1 until end of turn.
From the very first incision, Enid regretted choosing Witherbloom for her intercollege elective.