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The Abyss
LEG · Legends #120 · Rare · released 1994-06-01
{3}{B}
World Enchantment
At the beginning of each player's upkeep, destroy target nonartifact creature that player controls of their choice. It can't be regenerated.
"An immense river of oblivion is sweeping us away into a nameless abyss." —Ernest Renan, *Souvenirs d'Enfance et de Jeunesse*
The Abyss is a rare black enchantment from Legends (1994). It has been printed 3 times across 3 sets, from 1994 to 2014. Its recent market price is about $698.70. It is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
USD$698.70
Format legality
Where you can play The Abyss in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (3)
Prices range from $698.70 to $698.70 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Legends at $698.70.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legends This page | 120 | Rare | $698.70 | — |
| Masters Edition III | 77 | Rare | — | — |
| Magic Online Promos | 46938 | Rare | — | — |
More from Legends
Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (2).
- 2008-10-01This has the supertype world. When a world permanent enters, any world permanents that were already on the battlefield are put into their owners' graveyards. This is a state-based action called the "world rule." The new world permanent stays on the battlefield. If two world permanents enter at the same time, they're both put into their owners' graveyards.
- 2004-10-04The controller of The Abyss controls the ability, but the current player chooses what gets destroyed.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Abyss legal in Commander?
Yes — The Abyss is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is The Abyss legal in?
The Abyss is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
How many times has The Abyss been printed?
The Abyss has been printed 3 times across 3 sets, from 1994 to 2014.
What is the cheapest printing of The Abyss?
The cheapest printing is Legends (#120) at about $698.70.
Who illustrated The Abyss?
This printing of The Abyss was illustrated by Pete Venters.