Snuff Out
Secret Lair Drop 1792 • rare
- Set
- Secret Lair Drop
- Collector number
- 1792
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana black mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- Ed Repka
- Market price
- $13.36
What it does
If you control a Swamp, you may pay 4 life rather than pay this spell's mana cost.
Destroy target nonblack creature. It can't be regenerated.
"On a failed save, target creature dies."
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Snuff Out originated as a common card in the 1999 Magic: The Gathering set Mercadian Masques, notable for its 'pitch' mechanic that allowed players to cast it without paying mana by sacrificing a Swamp and paying life. This specific version was released as part of the Secret Lair series, a curated collection of reprints featuring unique, stylized art that departs from the traditional aesthetic of the game. It was designed to offer players and collectors a premium, visually distinct alternative to the functional original.
The artwork for this particular iteration was created by artist God Machine, known for a bold, graphic style that emphasizes sharp contrasts and unconventional character geometry. This artistic direction was part of a broader effort by Wizards of the Coast to lean into contemporary illustration trends, moving away from the high-fantasy realism of the nineties. Upon release, the card was well-received by collectors who prioritize the collectibility of specialized 'alt-art' variants, cementing its status as a sought-after aesthetic upgrade for competitive decks.
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