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Pox — Fifth Edition #189
Pox is a rare Sorcery from Fifth Edition (1997), collector number 189, illustrated by Scott M. Fischer.
Pox price
Prices from Scryfall, updated daily, for near-mint copies. Indicative only — UK sold prices on eBay are often the best guide.
Card details
- Number
- 189
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- {B}{B}{B}
- Colour
- Black
- Illustrator
- Scott M. Fischer
- Released
- 24 March 1997
What Pox does
Each player loses a third of their life, then discards a third of the cards in their hand, then sacrifices a third of the creatures they control of their choice, then sacrifices a third of the lands they control of their choice. Round up each time.
Format legality
Other printings of Pox
| No. | Card | Set | Rarity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 |  Pox Sorcery | Mystery Booster 2 2024 | Rare | €1.82 |
| 158 |  Pox Sorcery | Ice Age 1995 | Rare | €5.37 |
All 3 Pox printings compared →
Questions people ask
How much is Pox from Fifth Edition worth?
About €3.54 for a near-mint non-foil copy. Check UK eBay sold listings for what copies really sell for here.
How many printings of Pox are there?
3 English paper printings, from Ice Age to Fifth Edition. The cheapest right now is the Mystery Booster 2 printing.
Is Pox legal in Commander?
Yes, it is legal in Commander.
Who illustrated Pox (Fifth Edition)?
Scott M. Fischer.
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