This 2002 Magic: The Gathering Onslaught foil card features Solar Blast (#234), a versatile red Instant with Cycling that deals damage and draws cards.
Solar Blast
2002 • Magic: The Gathering • Onslaught
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Description
Crafted with a shimmering finish, this card stands out visually while delivering robust gameplay utility. As an Instant with a mana cost of {3}{R}, it offers a straightforward yet powerful effect: dealing 3 damage to any target. What makes Solar Blast particularly interesting for TCG collectors is its Cycling ability. For {1}{R}{R}, players can discard the card to draw a new one, and if cycled, it deals 1 damage to any target. This dual functionality allows it to serve as both a removal spell and a card advantage engine, making it a flexible piece in many competitive and casual strategies. Greg Staples illustrated this release, contributing to the set's distinctive aesthetic during the Odyssey block era. Collectors often seek the foil version of this card for its visual appeal and historical significance within the Onslaught set. The foil treatment adds a layer of desirability, appealing to those who appreciate the tactile and visual qualities of TCG cards from the early 2000s. Whether you are building a red-themed deck or looking to complete your Onslaught collection, Solar Blast offers a blend of nostalgic design and mechanical depth. For investors and hobbyists alike, cards from the Onslaught set represent a key era in Magic: The Gathering history. The set's innovative mechanics and art style continue to influence the game today. Solar Blast, with its efficient cost and Cycling trait, remains a recognizable and respected card among fans of the format. Its enduring popularity ensures that foil copies remain a sought-after item for those who value both gameplay utility and collector-grade finishes. By focusing on the unique attributes of each card, we help collectors identify pieces that enhance their collections and gameplay experiences. The combination of Greg Staples' art, the card's mechanical versatility, and its foil finish makes Solar Blast a notable entry in the Onslaught catalog.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Solar Blast
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Greg Staples
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{R}
Instant
R
Card Text
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Solar Blast deals 3 damage to any target. Cycling {1}{R}{R} ({1}{R}{R}, Discard this card: Draw a card.) When you cycle this card, you may have it deal 1 damage to any target.









