Hero's Downfall
Theros 90 • rare
- Set
- Theros
- Collector number
- 90
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana black mana black mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- Ryan Pancoast
- Market price
- $0.30
What it does
Destroy target creature or planeswalker.
Destiny exalts a chosen few, but even heroes break.
Where you can play it
- StandardLegal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Hero's Downfall was introduced in the 2013 Magic: The Gathering set Theros, a plane deeply inspired by Greek mythology. Designed during a period of mechanical experimentation, the card was intended to provide black-aligned decks with a versatile, efficient answer to both creatures and planeswalkers, a combination that was relatively rare at the time. Its inclusion signaled a shift in card design philosophy that favored broader utility in removal spells to keep powerful permanent types in check.
The card’s illustration was crafted by Karl Kopinski, who captured the dramatic, high-stakes aesthetic inherent to the Theros setting. By depicting a climactic battle between a mortal champion and a supernatural threat, the art emphasizes the flavor of 'heroic' sacrifice and divine intervention. Upon its release, the card became a cornerstone of competitive play, widely recognized for its impact on Standard formats and its enduring status as a staple for players utilizing black mana.
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