Essence Vortex vs Giant Albatross — MTG Card Comparison
Essence Vortex has the edge overall — it is legal in more formats (3 vs 0).
Essence Vortex
Destroy target creature unless its controller pays life equal to its toughness. A creature destroyed this way can't be regenerated.
Giant Albatross
Flying<br>When Giant Albatross dies, you may pay {1}{U}. If you do, for each creature that dealt damage to Giant Albatross this turn, destroy that creature unless its controller pays 2 life. A creature destroyed this way can't be regenerated.
| Stat | Essence Vortex | Giant Albatross |
|---|---|---|
| Mana Cost | {1}{U}{B} | {1}{U} |
| CMC | — | — |
| Type | Instant | Creature — Bird |
| Rarity | Uncommon | Common |
| Set | Ice Age | Homelands |
| Price (USD) | — | — |
| Standard | ✗ | ✗ |
| Modern | ✗ | ✗ |
| Pioneer | ✗ | ✗ |
| Legacy | ✓ | ✗ |
| Vintage | ✓ | ✗ |
| Commander | ✓ | ✗ |
| Pauper | ✗ | ✗ |
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