Bituminous Blast is an Uncommon Instant from the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart subset, featuring the Cascade mechanic and a damage effect.
Bituminous Blast
2024 • Magic: The Gathering • Foundations • Jumpstart
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Bituminous Blast (#742) is a striking Instant card from the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart subset, designed for players who enjoy high-impact removal. Created by artist Raymond Swanland, this Uncommon card features a mana cost of {3}{B}{R} and a mana value of 5, making it a formidable tool in Black and Red strategies. The card's primary ability, Cascade, allows you to exile cards from the top of your library until you find a nonland card costing less, which you may then cast for free. After resolving Cascade, Bituminous Blast deals 4 damage to any target creature, providing immediate board control. This dual effect makes it a versatile addition to any deck looking to disrupt opponents while generating value. Whether you are building a competitive deck or expanding your Magic: The Gathering collection, Bituminous Blast offers both strategic depth and aesthetic appeal. The card’s straightforward yet powerful mechanics reflect the innovative spirit of the Jumpstart format, appealing to both seasoned players and newcomers alike. Its presence in the Foundations set highlights the ongoing evolution of Magic’s design philosophy, focusing on accessibility and dynamic gameplay. For enthusiasts of the hobby, adding this card to their library represents a commitment to quality and strategic versatility.
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Bituminous Blast
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Raymond Swanland
Card Stock
English
{3}{B}{R}
Instant
B, R
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Cascade (When you cast this spell, exile cards from the top of your library until you exile a nonland card that costs less. You may cast it without paying its mana cost. Put the exiled cards on the bottom in a random order.) Bituminous Blast deals 4 damage to target creature.