The 2008 Rare Demonfire card from Magic: The Gathering's Duel Decks: Jace vs. Chandra set, offering a potent sorcery with Hellbent mechanics.
Demonfire
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Duel Decks: Jace vs. Chandra
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Demonfire is a distinctive sorcery card from the 2008 Duel Decks: Jace vs. Chandra expansion in the Magic: The Trading Card Game. As card number 57 in the DD2 set, this Rare card represents a key component for players looking to build aggressive red decks or explore specific mechanical synergies. The card’s design and mechanics offer a unique strategic choice for collectors and players alike. The gameplay of Demonfire centers on flexible damage output and conditional resilience. With a mana cost of {X}{R}, players can choose the amount of damage dealt to any target, making it a versatile tool for removal or finishing off opponents. The card’s most defining feature is its Hellbent ability: if you have no cards in hand, the spell cannot be countered and the damage it deals cannot be prevented. This creates a high-risk, high-reward dynamic that encourages specific deck-building strategies, appealing to those who enjoy complex tactical decisions. For collectors, this card serves as a nostalgic piece of Magic: The Gathering history from the late 2000s. Its status as a Rare from a standalone product line makes it a sought-after item for completists and those interested in the evolution of the game’s mechanics. The card’s straightforward yet impactful rules text, combined with its historical context, makes it a valuable addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Whether you are building a deck around the Hellbent mechanic or simply collecting iconic cards from the 2008 era, this card holds a special place in the game’s legacy.
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Demonfire
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Greg Staples
Card Stock
English
{X}{R}
Sorcery
R
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Demonfire deals X damage to any target. If a creature dealt damage this way would die this turn, exile it instead. Hellbent — If you have no cards in hand, this spell can't be countered and the damage can't be prevented.














