Phyrexian Altar
Secret Lair Countdown 16 • rare
- Set
- Secret Lair Countdown
- Collector number
- 16
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana
- Type
- Artifact
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- See Machine
- Market price
- $57.04
What it does
Sacrifice a creature: Add one mana of any color.
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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Where it came from
The Phyrexian Altar, originally debuted in the Invasion set, is a cornerstone of Magic: The Gathering strategy known for its mana-acceleration and sacrifice utility. This specific iteration, numbered 16, was released as part of the Secret Lair Countdown Kit, a curated collection designed to celebrate the history of the game by showcasing powerful artifacts through the lens of unique, thematic artistic treatments.
The aesthetic of this version reflects the distinct, biomechanical horror associated with the Phyrexians, a central antagonist force in the game's lore. The design leans into the grotesque and intricate machinery synonymous with New Phyrexia, utilizing high-contrast visuals to emphasize the item's role as a tool of ritualistic sacrifice. It serves as a modern reimagining of a classic mechanical piece, intended to provide collectors with a stylistic alternative to the original utilitarian artwork.
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