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Like most Magic: The Gathering cards, the value of Painful Bond depends on a few consistent factors: its rarity, the printing and finish (regular or foil), its physical condition, and the set it was printed in (Alchemy: Kamigawa). Copies in better condition and scarcer finishes generally sell for more.

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Painful Bond

Alchemy: Kamigawa

TypeInstant

Collector Number12

Rarityuncommon

ArtistJodie Muir

Draw two cards, then cards in your hand with mana value 3 or greater perpetually gain "When you cast this spell, you lose 1 life."

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What affects the value of Painful Bond?: Like most Magic: The Gathering cards, the value of Painful Bond depends on a few consistent factors: its rarity, the printing and finish (regular or foil), its physical condition, and the set it was printed in (Alchemy: Kamigawa). Copies in better condition and scarcer finishes generally sell for more.

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