The Azure Drake from Magic: The Gathering's 1997 Fifth Edition set, card number 73, is a classic blue flyer sought after by collectors for its iconic design and gameplay history.
Azure Drake
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Fifth Edition
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Azure Drake stands as a foundational blue creature in the Magic: The Gathering canon, originating from the landmark 1997 release known as Fifth Edition. As card number 73 in the set, this Uncommon blue Drake has become a staple for collectors who appreciate the game's early era design. The card features the ability to fly, making it a distinct aerial threat within the game's mechanics and a recognizable piece of TCG history. For those building collections of vintage Magic products, the Fifth Edition remains a cornerstone release. Azure Drake offers a straightforward yet elegant presentation typical of the set's aesthetic, allowing the creature to take center stage. Collectors often seek this card to complete set runs or as a component in vintage-style deck building.
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Featured Subject
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Azure Drake
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Janine Johnston
Card Stock
English
{3}{U}
Creature — Drake
2 / 4
U
Card Text
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Flying
Little dreamt could seem so cruel As waiting for the wings outspread, The jagged teeth, the burning eyes, And dagger-claws that clench to nerves.