Dark Ritual
The Zeta Set 159 • uncommon
- Set
- The Zeta Set
- Collector number
- 159
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- black mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- MSCHF
What it does
Add black mana black mana black mana.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricBanned
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerBanned
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Where it came from
Dark Ritual is a quintessential staple of the Magic: The Gathering card game, originally appearing in the Alpha set of 1993. As a core black spell, it was designed to provide a burst of mana acceleration, reflecting the color's philosophy of achieving power at a significant personal cost. The card has seen numerous reprints across decades of the game's history, remaining a powerful utility tool for black-aligned decks that seek to play expensive threats much earlier than the natural mana curve would otherwise allow.
The specific version designated as 159 in The Zeta Set continues the tradition of dark, evocative aesthetic choices typical of the game's early identity. While the artistic direction of Magic has evolved into a diverse range of styles, this card remains grounded in the high-fantasy tradition that defined its early years. Its design and mechanical function have cemented its legacy as a foundational component of the game's competitive landscape, frequently cited by players and designers alike for its profound impact on play velocity.
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