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Hero's Downfall is a 2013 Magic: The Gathering card from the Theros expansion, featuring powerful black mana mechanics for collectors and players.

Hero's Downfall

2013 • Magic: The Gathering • Theros

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Product Overview

Description

Released in 2013 as part of the Theros expansion, Hero's Downfall (card number 90) is a distinct black Instant from Magic: The Gathering. This card serves as a pivotal piece for collectors interested in the mythology-driven sets that defined early 2010s TCG design. The card features artwork by Ryan Pancoast, capturing the aesthetic tone of the Thera universe without relying on complex mechanics or flavor text repetition. For collectors, this product represents the tangible history of a specific era in trading card game development. While the card's gameplay effect is straightforward—destroying a target creature or planeswalker—its value to collectors lies in its place within the broader Theros narrative and its status as a key card for set completionists. Whether you are building a themed collection around the Theros block or seeking specific numbered cards from the era, understanding the context of each release enhances the collecting experience. This card is a notable entry for those who appreciate the intersection of strategic gameplay and artistic presentation in modern TCG history. Collectors often seek out cards from this period due to the distinctive border treatments and thematic depth that characterized the Theros expansion. By focusing on the catalog identity of Hero's Downfall, we provide a reliable resource for verifying the specifics of this card's release. As you explore the growing catalog of Magic: The Gathering products, recognizing the significance of individual cards like #90 helps in building a coherent and valuable collection. The interplay between the card's mechanical function and its artistic representation makes it a frequent point of interest for serious TCG historians and casual collectors alike.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2013

Series

Theros

Card Number

#90

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Ryan Pancoast

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{B}{B}

Type

Instant

Color

B

Card Text

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Destroy target creature or planeswalker.

Destiny exalts a chosen few, but even heroes break.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana cost of Hero's Downfall?

The mana cost for Hero's Downfall is {1}{B}{B}, requiring three total mana to cast. It is a black Instant card with a mana value of 3.

What does Hero's Downfall do in gameplay?

This card allows the player to destroy a target creature or planeswalker when cast. It is a direct removal spell often used in black-based strategies.

Which set is Hero's Downfall from?

Hero's Downfall is card number 90 from the Theros expansion, released by Wizards of the Coast in 2013 for Magic: The Gathering.

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