The Lord of Pain — Frequently Asked Questions

8 common questions about The Lord of Pain in MTG — View The Lord of Pain

What does The Lord of Pain do?

The Lord of Pain is a Legendary Creature — Human Assassin. Its Oracle text reads: "Menace Your opponents can't gain life. Whenever a player casts their first spell each turn, choose another target player. The Lord of Pain deals damage equal to that spell's mana value to the chosen player." — view the full Oracle text on Scryfall.

What type of card is The Lord of Pain?

The Lord of Pain is a Legendary Creature — Human Assassin. It is a Mythic Rare card from the Duskmourn: House of Horror Commander set.

What format is The Lord of Pain legal in?

The Lord of Pain is legal in: Legacy, Vintage, Commander. Learn more about Legacy format in our wiki. Check Gatherer for the official rulings.

How much does The Lord of Pain cost?

The current market price for The Lord of Pain is approximately $6.98 USD. Prices fluctuate based on demand, format legality, and new set releases. View the latest price and price history chart. Buy on TCGPlayer.

What set is The Lord of Pain from?

The Lord of Pain was printed in Duskmourn: House of Horror Commander. Browse all cards from Duskmourn: House of Horror Commander.

Is The Lord of Pain good in Commander?

Yes, The Lord of Pain is legal in Commander. Learn more about the Commander format in our wiki.

What cards are similar to The Lord of Pain?

There are 20 cards similar to The Lord of Pain with comparable effects or strategies. Some notable alternatives include Roiling Vortex, Vial Smasher the Fierce, Quakebringer. View all cards similar to The Lord of Pain.

What are budget alternatives to The Lord of Pain?

Since The Lord of Pain costs $6.98, you may want to explore more affordable alternatives under $2 that fill a similar role in your deck. View budget alternatives to The Lord of Pain.

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