The Lorescale Coatl is an Uncommon Snake creature from the 2009 Alara Reborn expansion, featuring a distinctive foil finish and card number 101.
Lorescale Coatl
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Alara Reborn
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Released in 2009, the Alara Reborn expansion brought the fractured multiverse of Alara to life through rich world-building and intricate card mechanics. At the center of this narrative is Lorescale Coatl, card number 101 in the set, which captures the essence of the plane's complex ecosystems. This Magic: The Gathering trading card game card is categorized as an Uncommon Snake, making it a staple for collectors focusing on the blue-green color identity. The Lorescale Coatl stands out for its elegant scaling mechanic. Whenever a player draws a card, this creature grows stronger, placing a +1/+1 counter on itself. This interaction rewards strategic deck construction and card advantage, offering a satisfying gameplay loop that appeals to both casual and competitive players. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal, catching the light with every shuffle and draw, which is highly prized by finish collectors. Art by Greg Staples, the card embodies the artistic direction of the Alara Reborn era, blending fantasy elements with a distinct sense of scale and texture. Collectors often seek this release to complete set collections or to build themed decks centered around Snake tribal strategies. The combination of its unique ability and the foil variant makes it a notable piece for any Magic: The Gathering library. Whether you are hunting for specific rare cards or building a comprehensive collection, Lorescale Coatl represents a key moment in the game's history. For those interested in the broader Alara Reborn universe, this card serves as a gateway to understanding the intricate interactions between the five shards of Alara. Its enduring presence in the collector market highlights its significance beyond just gameplay, serving as a tangible piece of Magic history for enthusiasts worldwide.
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Card Details
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Lorescale Coatl
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Greg Staples
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{G}{U}
Creature — Snake
2 / 2
G, U
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Whenever you draw a card, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.
"The enlightenment I never found in etherium I have found traced in the coatl's scales." —Ranalus, vedalken heretic











