Terrifying Presence
Avacyn Restored 196 • common
- Set
- Avacyn Restored
- Collector number
- 196
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana green mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- Jaime Jones
- Market price
- $0.28
What it does
Prevent all combat damage that would be dealt by creatures other than target creature this turn.
Elmut had slaughtered vampires, slain werewolves, and destroyed hordes of zombies. Sadly, he never got over his fear of spiders.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Terrifying Presence was released in May 2012 as part of the Avacyn Restored expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Set on the gothic horror-inspired plane of Innistrad, the card reflects the set's narrative focus on the return of the archangel Avacyn and the ensuing battle against the forces of darkness. The mechanical design intends to simulate the overwhelming psychological pressure of an encroaching supernatural threat, forcing creatures to cower rather than engage in combat.
The artwork was illustrated by Dave Kendall, a long-time contributor to the game known for his dark, moody aesthetic. Kendall utilized a high-contrast style to depict a looming, spectral entity, perfectly capturing the oppressive atmosphere central to the Innistrad block. Upon its release, the card was widely noted by players for its thematic resonance with the set's horror tropes, though it remained a situational piece in limited formats rather than a staple in high-level competitive constructed play.
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