Abyssal Horror
Seventh Edition 115★ • rare
- Set
- Seventh Edition
- Collector number
- 115★
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 4 generic mana black mana black mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- Daren Bader
- Finish
- Foil
What it does
Flying
When this creature enters, target player discards two cards.
"I dreamt of it once. Now I fear it dreams of me."— Tolarian scholar
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Abyssal Horror was originally introduced in the Mirage set of 1996, reflecting the era's focus on dark fantasy themes and discard-based mechanics. By the time it was included in the 2001 Seventh Edition base set, it served as a standard fixture for black-aligned decks, intended to provide mid-game pressure through a creature that forced opponents to lose resources upon entering the battlefield.
The artwork featured in the Seventh Edition release was illustrated by Greg Staples. Staples, known for his atmospheric and moody style, aimed to convey a sense of dread and supernatural decay consistent with the card's function. The design was well-received by players for its classic aesthetic, which helped bridge the gap between the game's early, experimental years and the more refined visual standards of the modern era.
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