Magic: The Gathering

Syphon Mind

Onslaught 175 • common

Set: Onslaught
Collector number: 175
Rarity: Common
Mana cost: 3 generic mana black mana
Type: Sorcery
Colors: Black
Artist: Jeff Easley
Market price: $0.39

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$0.39market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.39 – $0.53 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This sorcery card represents a common inclusion within its set, making it a accessible piece for those building a collection. Its role on the table allows players to draw from the resources of their opponents, adding a tactical layer to the game's social dynamic.

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Card face

What it does

Each other player discards a card. You draw a card for each card discarded this way.

When tempers run high, it's easy to lose your head.

Formats

Where you can play it

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

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Provenance

Where it came from

Syphon Mind was released in 2002 as part of the Onslaught expansion for Magic: The Gathering. As a common sorcery, it was designed to provide a multiplayer-focused card advantage effect, allowing players to drain cards from each opponent's hand while replenishing their own. The card originated during a period where Wizards of the Coast was increasingly exploring mechanics tailored for the Commander and casual multiplayer formats.

The artwork was provided by fantasy illustrator Jeff Easley, a prominent figure in the Dungeons & Dragons community known for his expressive, painterly style. Easley’s design depicts a dark, atmospheric scene that leans into the card's theme of psychological extraction. Upon release, the card became a staple in multiplayer deck-building circles for its efficiency, remaining a reliable utility piece in the years following its introduction.

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About

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