Pyric Salamander is a red creature card from Magic: The Gathering's 1996 Mirage expansion, featuring unique gameplay mechanics by artist Tony Roberts.
Pyric Salamander
1996 • Magic: The Gathering • Mirage
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Pyric Salamander, designated as card number 187, is a foundational red creature from the Magic: The Gathering Mirage expansion released in 1996. Designed by artist Tony Roberts, this common card represents the distinct fantasy aesthetic of the Mirage block, which focuses on desert-themed environments and ancient civilizations. As a Salamander subtype, it offers a straightforward yet strategic role for players building red decks, allowing for temporary power boosts at the cost of its own survival. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Mirage base sets or to appreciate the early design language of the game's second block. Its simple mana cost and impactful effect make it a familiar sight for veteran players and a key piece for new enthusiasts exploring the history of the trading card game.
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Pyric Salamander
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Tony Roberts
Card Stock
English
{1}{R}
Creature — Salamander
1 / 1
R
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{R}: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn. Sacrifice this creature at the beginning of the next end step.
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