Essence Drain (Magic 2013 #93)

Essence Drain {4}{B}

Sorcery

Essence Drain deals 3 damage to any target and you gain 3 life.

“Life’s essence is a nectar unlike any I tasted when I lived as a mortal.”
—Zul Ashur, lich lord

Illustrated by Jim Nelson

Standard
Alchemy
Pioneer
Explorer
Modern
Historic
Legacy
Brawl
Vintage
Timeless
Commander
Pauper
Oathbreaker
Penny
Notes and Rules Information for Essence Drain:
  • If the target permanent or player is an illegal target when Essence Drain tries to resolve, it won’t resolve and none of its effects will happen. You won’t gain 3 life. (2012-07-01)