Stab Wound // Stab Wound

Stab Wound was originally featured as a common enchantment in the 2014 Magic: The Gathering expansion Khans of Tarkir, designed by the game's development team to provide black-aligned players with a repeatable damage source and creature debuff. The card’s design reflects the set's focus on attrition and warfare, utilizing a simple mechanical loop that punishes an opponent’s creature while slowly draining their life total each turn.

The version presented here belongs to the Wilds of Eldraine Art Series, a collectible sub-set released in 2023. These cards are designed as showcase pieces, stripping away the game text to highlight the atmospheric illustrations commissioned by Wizards of the Coast. This specific rendition of Stab Wound retains the original dark, evocative aesthetic that characterizes the card's function, serving as a display-focused tribute to the card's enduring presence in the game’s history.