Darkest Hour is a black rare enchantment card from the 1998 Urza's Saga expansion, known for its powerful board-wiping effect.
1998 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Saga
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Released in 1998 as part of the Urza's Saga block, Darkest Hour stands as a formidable black rare enchantment within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Identified by card number 128 and the USG set code, this card allows players to impose a global restriction that turns all creatures black. This effect fundamentally shifts board states, offering strategic depth for collectors who appreciate the tactical nuances of early block-era design. The single mana cost makes it accessible, while its ability to alter creature colors provides a unique utility that has resonated with players for decades. For enthusiasts of the Urza's Saga set, this card represents a key piece of the block's mechanical identity. Completing a set of Urza's Saga requires tracking down essential rares like Darkest Hour, making it a focal point for completionists. The card's enduring presence in various formats highlights its lasting appeal among Magic: The Gathering collectors. Whether building a vintage collection or studying the evolution of black mana effects, this product offers significant historical context.
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Darkest Hour
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Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Heather Hudson
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English
{B}
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B
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All creatures are black.
"Yawgmoth spent eons wrapping Phyrexians in human skin. They are the sleeper agents, and they are everywhere." —Xantcha, to Urza
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