Essence Harvest (Avacyn Restored #100)

Essence Harvest {2}{B}

Sorcery

Target player loses X life and you gain X life, where X is the greatest power among creatures you control.

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Illustrated by Daarken

Standard
Alchemy
Pioneer
Explorer
Modern
Historic
Legacy
Brawl
Vintage
Timeless
Commander
Pauper
Oathbreaker
Penny
Notes and Rules Information for Essence Harvest:
  • The value of X is determined when Essence Harvest resolves. If you control no creatures that time, no life will be lost or gained. (2012-05-01)
  • Essence Harvest targets only the player. It doesn’t target any creatures. If that player is an illegal target when Essence Harvest tries to resolve, it won’t resolve and none of its effects will happen. No life will be lost or gained. (2012-05-01)