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Tortured Existence
STH · Stronghold #74 · Common · released 1998-03-02
{B}
Enchantment
{B}, Discard a creature card: Return target creature card from your graveyard to your hand.
"There are terrors lurking in the unseen corners of us all."
—Crovax
Tortured Existence is a common black enchantment from Stronghold (1998). It has been printed 3 times across 3 sets, from 1998 to 2026. Recent market prices range from $3.26 to $15.50 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper and Oathbreaker.
USD$3.71
Format legality
Where you can play Tortured Existence in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (3)
Prices range from $3.26 to $15.50 across finishes. Cheapest printing: The List at $3.26.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stronghold This page | 74 | Common | $3.39 | — |
| The List | STH-74 | Common | $3.26 | — |
| Secret Lair Drop | 2507 | Rare | $14.40 | $15.50 |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2004-10-04You can’t return the same card you are discarding. This is because you pick the target before paying the costs.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tortured Existence legal in Commander?
Yes — Tortured Existence is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Tortured Existence legal in?
Tortured Existence is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper and Oathbreaker.
How many times has Tortured Existence been printed?
Tortured Existence has been printed 3 times across 3 sets, from 1998 to 2026.
What is the cheapest printing of Tortured Existence?
The cheapest printing is The List (#STH-74) at about $3.26.
Who illustrated Tortured Existence?
This printing of Tortured Existence was illustrated by Keith Parkinson.