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The 2011 Magic: The Gathering New Phyrexia Volt Charge foil card (NPH #100), a common instant featuring the proliferate mechanic.

Volt Charge

2011 • Magic: The Gathering • New Phyrexia

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Description

Volt Charge, designated as card number 100 in this expansion, serves as a versatile red instant within the trading card game's framework. Players pay a mana cost of two generic mana and one red mana to cast this spell, resulting in a total mana value of three. The card's effect is straightforward yet potent: it deals three damage to any target. What distinguishes this card from other damage-dealing options in the set is the inclusion of the proliferate ability. This secondary effect allows the caster to choose any number of permanents or players that already have counters, adding another counter of each kind currently on them. This dual nature makes Volt Charge a flexible tool in red decks focused on aggressive strategies or counter-heavy synergies. The foil finish adds a distinct visual appeal, catching the light with a shimmering texture that collectors appreciate. Designed by Jana Schirmer and Johannes Voss, the card represents a standard yet effective piece of the New Phyrexia block's mechanical identity. For enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, owning this foil version offers a tangible connection to the set's release era. The combination of its common rarity and the desirable foil treatment creates a balanced profile for both gameplay utility and collection completeness. Whether building a deck around red mana acceleration or simply expanding a library with high-quality foil cards from the New Phyrexia set, this card holds its place.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2011

Series

New Phyrexia

Card Number

#100

Featured Subject

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Featured

Volt Charge

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Jana Schirmer & Johannes Voss

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{2}{R}

Type

Instant

Color

R

Card Text

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Volt Charge deals 3 damage to any target. Proliferate. (Choose any number of permanents and/or players, then give each another counter of each kind already there.)

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FAQ

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What is the mana cost of Volt Charge?

Volt Charge has a mana cost of {2}{R}, requiring two generic mana and one red mana to cast. This results in a total mana value of three, making it a relatively low-cost instant spell in the game.

What does the proliferate mechanic do on this card?

After dealing three damage to any target, the proliferate effect allows you to choose any number of permanents and/or players that already have one or more counters. You then give each chosen object an additional counter of each kind it already has.

Who are the artists for the New Phyrexia set cards?

The artwork for cards in the New Phyrexia set, including Volt Charge, was created by Jana Schirmer and Johannes Voss. Their designs helped define the visual aesthetic of the mechanically corrupted plane.

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