The Costliest Mana Symbol: Phyrexian Mana đź’€
Did you know Phyrexian mana lets you pay life instead of colored mana? Introduced in New Phyrexia (2011), this mechanic broke the game with cards like:
Gitaxian Probe – Peek at an opponent’s hand and draw a card for just 2 life.
Dismember – Cast powerful removal in any deck by paying life.
Mental Misstep – Counter 1-mana spells without blue mana.
These cards became so powerful that many were banned in formats like Modern and Legacy! While controversial, Phyrexian mana perfectly captures the Phyrexian vibe—sacrificing life for power.
What’s your favorite Phyrexian mana card?
