# 1996 Magic: The Gathering Mirage #70

> Jolt is a 1996 Common Instant from the Magic: The Gathering Mirage set, featuring a blue mana cost of {2}{U} and card number 70.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 1996
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Mirage
- **Card number**: #70
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Jolt is a 1996 Common Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering Mirage set, identified by card number 70. This blue mana card costs {2}{U} to cast and allows the player to tap or untap a target artifact, creature, or land. Additionally, the controller draws a card at the beginning of the next turn's upkeep. The card features artwork by John Matson and includes flavor text referencing Pashad ibn Asim, a Suq'Ata trader. Collectors often seek this card for its versatile utility in controlling the battlefield. The Mirage set remains a cornerstone for enthusiasts of the early Magic: The Gathering era. Whether you are building a thematic deck or completing a Mirage set, this card offers a piece of gaming history. The straightforward rules text and manageable mana cost make it accessible for new and veteran players alike. As part of the growing collection of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards, Jolt represents the strategic depth of the 1996 release. It serves as a functional piece for collectors who appreciate the mechanical simplicity of the game's early years.

## FAQ

### What does the card Jolt do in Magic: The Gathering?

Jolt allows you to tap or untap a target artifact, creature, or land. You also draw a card at the beginning of the next turn's upkeep.

### What is the mana cost of Jolt?

The mana cost for Jolt is {2}{U}, requiring two generic mana and one blue mana to cast.

### Who illustrated the art for Jolt?

The artwork for Jolt was created by John Matson for the Mirage set.

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