Darkness Descends
Darkness Descends is a Uncommon Sorcery from Lorwyn Eclipsed (97) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {2}{B}{B}. Color identity: B. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.35 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Darkness Descends suits collectors and players working on Lorwyn Eclipsed who need the Uncommon slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Darkness Descends from Lorwyn Eclipsed?
Darkness Descends is a Sorcery in Lorwyn Eclipsed numbered 97. Mana cost {2}{B}{B}. Color identity: B. Darkness Descends (97) from Lorwyn Eclipsed should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Lorwyn Eclipsed. Collector number 97 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Darkness Descends worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.35 for Darkness Descends. Low and high spread runs $0.35 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.15; foil: $0.35; Normal: $0.25. This printing is from Lorwyn Eclipsed. Collector number 97 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Lorwyn Eclipsed |
|---|---|
| Number | 97 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.35 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.15 |
| cardmarket | $0.15 |
| foil | $0.35 |
| Normal | $0.25 |
Card stats
| Colors | B |
|---|
How collectible is Darkness Descends?
Darkness Descends is a Uncommon printing in Lorwyn Eclipsed. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Lorwyn Eclipsed. Collector number 97 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
What are the key details for Darkness Descends?
Darkness Descends lists as Sorcery. Artist: Ralph Horsley. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Lorwyn Eclipsed. Collector number 97 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2026.
Cactaur's take
Darkness Descends (97) from Lorwyn Eclipsed should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Darkness Descends is catalogued as Uncommon Sorcery in Lorwyn Eclipsed, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.35 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.15; foil: $0.35; Normal: $0.25).
- Mana cost {2}{B}{B} and type line Sorcery help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Darkness Descends from Lorwyn Eclipsed?
Darkness Descends is a Uncommon Sorcery from Lorwyn Eclipsed numbered 97 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Darkness Descends worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.35 for ungraded Darkness Descends. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Darkness Descends?
Darkness Descends is catalogued as Uncommon in Lorwyn Eclipsed. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Darkness Descends legal in Commander or Standard?
Darkness Descends shows format legality in standard, future, historic, timeless based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Darkness Descends near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.35. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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