# 2019 Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2020 #158

> The Scampering Scorcher (Card #158) is an Uncommon foil Elemental from Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2020, featuring Zoltan Boros artwork and a unique enter-the-battlefield effect.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2019
- **Brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set**: Core Set 2020
- **Card Number**: 158
- **Featured**: Scampering Scorcher
- **Game**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Rarity**: Uncommon
- **Mana cost**: {3}{R}
- **Type**: Creature — Elemental
- **Power / Toughness**: 1 / 1
- **Color**: R
- **Language**: English
- **Material**: Card Stock
- **Finish**: Foil

## Description

The Scampering Scorcher card number 158 serves as an Uncommon Elemental creature within the Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2020 checklist. This 2019 release features a foil treatment and was illustrated by Zoltan Boros. The card carries a mana cost of {3}{R} with a mana value of 4. As a red Creature — Elemental, it possesses a power and toughness of 1/1. When Scampering Scorcher enters the battlefield, its effect creates two 1/1 red Elemental creature tokens. Additionally, all Elementals you control gain haste until the end of turn. This rules interaction allows these tokens and existing creatures to attack or activate abilities immediately, providing rapid board presence. The flavor text is attributed to Kerin, watch sergeant, and includes the warning "Keep your flammables out of reach." The card’s design and rarity make it a notable inclusion for enthusiasts completing the M20 set. The combination of token generation and immediate board presence defines the Scampering Scorcher’s role in gameplay. It offers both offensive pressure and defensive resilience through token synergy. This card is a key component for those assembling full M20 collections, offering both gameplay utility and collector interest. When Scampering Scorcher enters the battlefield, it creates two 1/1 red Elemental creature tokens and gives Elementals you control haste until end of turn. The flavor text is attributed to Kerin, watch sergeant, and includes the warning "Keep your flammables out of reach." Its card number 158 places it in the Core Set 2020 base checklist.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Scampering Scorcher?

The Scampering Scorcher has a mana cost of {3}{R} and a mana value of 4 in Magic: The Gathering.

### How does the Scampering Scorcher ability work?

When this creature enters the battlefield, it creates two 1/1 red Elemental creature tokens and gives Elementals you control haste until end of turn.

### Who illustrated the Core Set 2020 Scampering Scorcher?

Zoltan Boros is the credited artist for the Scampering Scorcher card in the Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2020.

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