Magic: The Gathering

Grip of Phyresis

Commander Anthology Volume II 43 • uncommon

Set: Commander Anthology Volume II
Collector number: 43
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 2 generic mana blue mana
Type: Instant
Colors: Blue
Artist: Lake Hurwitz
Market price: $0.41

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$0.41market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.41 – $0.42 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This uncommon instant card from the Commander Anthology Volume II set offers a tactical choice for players looking to respond to threats during gameplay. Its inclusion in this curated collection highlights its role as a functional utility piece that can shift the momentum at the table.

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Card face

What it does

Gain control of target Equipment, then create a 0/0 black Phyrexian Germ creature token and attach that Equipment to it.

"Even your blade knows who will triumph here."— Atraxa, Praetors' Voice

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Grip of Phyresis was originally printed in the Commander 2016 set, later appearing in the Commander Anthology Volume II released in 2018. This card reflects the mechanical focus of the Phyrexian mana-based artifacts, serving as an instant-speed defensive tool that transforms opposing creatures into equipment to neutralize threats. It was designed to provide blue-aligned decks with a unique, flavor-appropriate method of interaction that mirrors the lore of Phyrexian forced assimilation.

The artwork was commissioned by Lake Hurwitz, an illustrator known for a dark, visceral style that captures the grotesque aesthetic of the Phyrexian faction. Hurwitz chose to emphasize the contrast between the biological entity and the cold, metallic nature of the Phyrexian 'compleation' process. Upon its release, the card was received as a niche but highly thematic inclusion, appreciated by players for its ability to turn a game-ending creature into a manageable piece of equipment.

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Other printings

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Grip of PhyresisCommander 2016 · #9 · uncommon · 2016$0.29

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