The 2003 World Championship Decks release featuring the instant card Dark Banishing. This catalog page covers the card's identity and collector context within the Magic: The Gathering TCG.
Dark Banishing
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • World Championship Decks
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The 2003 World Championship Decks set holds a unique place in Magic: The Gathering history, offering collectors a direct window into the competitive strategies of that era. Within this release, the card Dark Banishing appears as a common instant, identified by the set code WC03 and card number we123sb. This product represents a piece of that historical narrative, allowing enthusiasts to explore the game's evolution through its original tournament-legal frameworks. Dark Banishing functions as a powerful black removal spell, designed to eliminate non-black threats from play. In the context of the 2003 meta, this card provided a reliable answer to a wide variety of creature-based strategies. Its ability to destroy a target creature permanently, without the possibility of regeneration, made it a staple in decks focused on controlling the board. For collectors, understanding the tactical role of cards like this one adds depth to the appreciation of the set's design. The artwork for this card was created by Dermot Power, whose style contributes to the distinct visual identity of the World Championship Decks series. The flavor text accompanying the card draws inspiration from William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, adding a layer of literary reference that is characteristic of Magic's rich lore. Collectors often seek out cards from this set not just for gameplay nostalgia, but for the historical significance of the decks used by top players during that period. Whether you are building a historical collection of World Championship Decks or simply appreciate the intricate design of early 2000s Magic cards, Dark Banishing offers a tangible connection to the game's past. By examining the specific attributes of cards like we123sb, collectors can better understand the diversity and depth of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Dark Banishing
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Dermot Power
Card Stock
English
{2}{B}
Instant
B
Card Text
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Destroy target nonblack creature. It can't be regenerated.
"Ha, banishment? Be merciful, say 'death,' For exile hath more terror in his look, Much more than death." —William Shakespeare, *Romeo and Juliet*




















