The Onyx Goblet foil from Magic: The Gathering's 2008 Shards of Alara expansion offers collectors a classic black artifact with a distinctive foil finish.
Onyx Goblet
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Shards of Alara
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Released in 2008 as part of the Shards of Alara block, this Onyx Goblet card is a staple for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts focusing on the black mana color identity. As a Common rarity card numbered 81, it serves as a foundational piece for collectors assembling the complete base set. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a popular choice for those seeking higher-quality examples of standard commons. Art by rk post, the card represents the intricate world-building of the Alara shard, where artifacts like this goblet play roles in the broader narrative of the plane's fractured history. For investors and hobbyists alike, maintaining a complete Shards of Alara collection requires securing every card, including foil variations of commons. The product's enduring presence in the Magic: The Gathering ecosystem ensures its relevance for both new players exploring the game's mechanics and veteran collectors preserving the era's design aesthetics.
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Onyx Goblet
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
rk post
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{B}
Artifact
B
Card Text
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{T}: Target player loses 1 life.
The goblet was a gift from the sphinx Gorael, who hoped humans and vedalken would eventually destroy each other to acquire it, leaving all of Esper to her own kind.