The 2003 Magic: The Gathering Eighth Edition Inferno card (#196) is a rare Red instant spell. This 8ED release offers collectors a classic high-impact effect from the early era of the trading card game.
Inferno
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Eighth Edition
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Released in 2003 as part of the Eighth Edition set, this Magic: The Gathering trading card game card features the instant spell Inferno, cataloged as card number 196. Designed by Don Hazeltine, the card represents a significant piece of early 2000s TCG history for enthusiasts of the format. As a Rare rarity card, it carries a mana cost of {5}{R}{R} and a mana value of 7, positioning it as a high-investment play in the Red color identity. The card's primary effect deals 6 damage to each creature and each player, making it a powerful board-clearing tool within the game's mechanics. Collectors often seek out Eighth Edition cards for their distinct design language and nostalgic value, representing a pivotal era in the franchise's development. The Inferno card serves as a notable example of the straightforward yet impactful spell design characteristic of this release. Whether you are building a vintage collection or exploring the strategic depth of the game, this card offers a tangible connection to the hobby's rich past.
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Inferno
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Don Hazeltine
Card Stock
English
{5}{R}{R}
Instant
R
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Inferno deals 6 damage to each creature and each player.
"Some have said there is no subtlety to destruction. You know what? They're dead." —Jaya Ballard, task mage