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Peer into the Abyss
M21 · Core Set 2021 #117 · Rare · released 2020-07-03
{4}{B}{B}{B}
Sorcery
Target player draws cards equal to half the number of cards in their library and loses half their life. Round up each time.
"Oh, don't be so dramatic. When your eyes bleed, and your brain leaks out your ears, then we'll talk about lost sanity."
—Braids, dementia summoner
Peer into the Abyss is a rare black sorcery from Core Set 2021 (2020). It has been printed 8 times across 5 sets, from 2020 to 2025. Recent market prices range from $3.40 to $13.16 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
USD$3.40
USD Foil$4.11
Format legality
Where you can play Peer into the Abyss in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (8)
Prices range from $3.40 to $13.16 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Core Set 2021 at $3.40.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Set 2021 Promos | 117s | Rare | — | $11.62 |
| Core Set 2021 Promos | 117p | Rare | $6.28 | $7.69 |
| Core Set 2021 | 360 | Rare | $8.76 | $13.16 |
| Core Set 2021 This page | 117 | Rare | $3.40 | $4.07 |
| Magic Online Promos | 81962 | Rare | — | — |
| The List | M21-117 | Rare | $3.77 | — |
| Secret Lair Drop | 2021 | Rare | $4.19 | — |
| Secret Lair Drop | 2002 | Rare | $7.16 | — |
More from Core Set 2021
Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (2).
- 2020-06-23The life lost is rounded up, not the remaining life total. For example, if the target player has 7 life, they lose 4 life and end up with 3. Similarly, the number of cards drawn is rounded up, not the number of cards remaining in the library.
- 2020-06-23To draw the cards, first the player determines how many cards to draw, then draws them. This event may be modified so that a different number of cards are actually drawn.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peer into the Abyss legal in Commander?
Yes — Peer into the Abyss is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Peer into the Abyss legal in?
Peer into the Abyss is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Peer into the Abyss been printed?
Peer into the Abyss has been printed 8 times across 5 sets, from 2020 to 2025.
What is the cheapest printing of Peer into the Abyss?
The cheapest printing is Core Set 2021 (#117) at about $3.40.
Who illustrated Peer into the Abyss?
This printing of Peer into the Abyss was illustrated by Izzy.