Cut Down
The Zeta Set 279 • common
- Set
- The Zeta Set
- Collector number
- 279
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- black mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- MSCHF
What it does
Destroy target creature with total power and toughness 5 or less.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Cut Down was released as part of The Zeta Set, a trading card collection that emerged during a period of experimentation within the hobby. Designed to push the boundaries of traditional card aesthetics, the set utilized a distinct, minimalist visual language intended to contrast with the elaborate foil-heavy designs common to its era. The illustration for card number 279 reflects this intentional shift toward high-contrast, stark imagery that prioritizes clean lines and atmospheric tension over cluttered detail.
The reception of The Zeta Set was largely defined by its cult following among collectors who valued the artistic departure it represented. While it did not achieve the widespread commercial ubiquity of larger, mainstream releases, it became a recognized cornerstone for enthusiasts of unconventional card design. The creators aimed to foster a more contemplative collecting experience, focusing on the thematic consistency of the set rather than the speculative market value of individual cards.
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