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Essence Drain — Darksteel #43
Essence Drain is a common Sorcery from Darksteel (2004), collector number 43, illustrated by Tony Szczudlo.
Essence Drain price
Prices from Scryfall, updated daily, for near-mint copies. Indicative only — UK sold prices on eBay are often the best guide.
Card details
- Set
- Darksteel
- Number
- 43
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- {4}{B}
- Colour
- Black
- Illustrator
- Tony Szczudlo
- Released
- 6 February 2004
What Essence Drain does
Essence Drain deals 3 damage to any target and you gain 3 life.
Format legality
Other printings of Essence Drain
| No. | Card | Set | Rarity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93 |  Essence Drain Sorcery | Magic 2013 2012 | Common | €0.03 |
| 24 |  Essence Drain Sorcery | Duels of the Planeswalkers 2010 | Common | €0.12 |
| 141 |  Essence Drain Sorcery | Tenth Edition 2007 | Common | €0.05 |
All 4 Essence Drain printings compared →
Questions people ask
How much is Essence Drain from Darksteel worth?
About €0.04 for a near-mint non-foil copy, and €0.23 in foil. Check UK eBay sold listings for what copies really sell for here.
How many printings of Essence Drain are there?
4 English paper printings, from Tenth Edition to Darksteel. The cheapest right now is the Magic 2013 printing.
Is Essence Drain legal in Commander?
Yes, it is legal in Commander.
Who illustrated Essence Drain (Darksteel)?
Tony Szczudlo.
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