Darkness Proxy
Instant · Time Spiral Timeshifted · special
$0.40/card in a full imported deck, $2.00 in rainbow foil. S33 German Black Core playtest card — not for sanctioned play.
Real-card format legality
Proxies themselves are never sanctioned-legal — this is the real card's status, useful for Rule-0 talks. Proxy legality, explained
Printings (5)
We match the exact printing's artwork from Scryfall — pick any of these in the singles builder.
| Set | # | Released | Real price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Guests | 124 | 2025-08-01 | $10.60 |
| Warhammer 40,000 Commander | 197★ | 2022-10-07 | $16.58 |
| Warhammer 40,000 Commander | 197 | 2022-10-07 | $16.86 |
| Time Spiral Timeshifted | 40 | 2006-10-06 | $24.14 |
| Legends | 94 | 1994-06-01 | $16.82 |
Frequently asked
How much does a real Darkness cost?
Around $24.14 on the open market for the Time Spiral Timeshifted printing (price snapshot 2026-07-21; live prices move daily).
How much does a Darkness proxy cost?
$0.50 as a single on an 18-card sheet, $0.40 when it's part of a full imported deck, or $2.00 in rainbow foil — all on S33 German Black Core cardstock, shipped from New York.
Can I play a Darkness proxy?
As a playtest card, yes — in casual Commander pods, kitchen-table games, and proxy-friendly events, with your playgroup's OK. Proxies are not legal in sanctioned tournaments, and we print them for personal, non-sanctioned play only.