Magic: The Gathering

Chalice of Life // Chalice of Death

Innistrad Remastered 471 • uncommon

Set: Innistrad Remastered
Collector number: 471
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 3 generic mana
Type: Artifact
Colors: Colorless
Artist: Ryan Yee
Market price: $0.27

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$0.27market price via TCGplayer · Aug 20, 2026$0.25 – $0.30 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This uncommon artifact card represents a dual-sided design that challenges players to transform their game state by meeting specific life total requirements. As a piece from the Innistrad Remastered set, it offers a tactical shift in utility, serving as a versatile tool for those looking to pivot between defensive sustainability and aggressive board pressure.

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Card face

What it does

tap: You gain 1 life. Then if you have at least 10 life more than your starting life total, transform this artifact.

The sweet taste of hope's promise.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Originally appearing in the Dark Ascension expansion of Magic: The Gathering, the Chalice of Life and its flip side, Chalice of Death, were designed to capture the gothic horror themes of the Innistrad plane. This double-faced card mechanic was introduced to represent physical transformation, reflecting the set's narrative focus on the fragile threshold between mortality and the supernatural. The original release was noted for its unique utility in lifegain-centric decks, challenging players to manage their life totals strategically to trigger the flip condition.

The version from Innistrad Remastered, illustrated by Ryan Yee, preserves the evocative aesthetic of the original design while integrating it into a curated experience meant to revisit the most iconic elements of the block. Ryan Yee’s art style consistently emphasizes dramatic lighting and detailed textures, which effectively grounds the artifact in the dark, claustrophobic atmosphere of the setting. This reprint was well-received by the community for maintaining the integrity of the original card's functionality while providing a modern interpretation of its haunting visual language.

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About Chalice of Life // Chalice of Death

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