The 2025 Secret Lair Drop release of Heat Shimmer, a foil rare sorcery card for Magic: The Gathering featuring art by Kirokaze and Chuck Lukacs.
Heat Shimmer
2025 • Magic: The Gathering • Secret Lair Drop
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Description
The Heat Shimmer card from the 2025 Secret Lair Drop stands as a distinct entry in the modern Magic: The Gathering catalog. Designated as card number 1957 in the Secret Lair Drop (SLD) set, this rare sorcery features a foil finish that appeals to collectors who appreciate premium printing treatments. The artwork is credited to artists Kirokaze and Chuck Lukacs, contributing to the visual identity of this drop. From a gameplay perspective, Heat Shimmer offers a strategic option for players by allowing them to create a token that is a copy of a target creature. This token gains haste and is exiled at the beginning of the end step, providing a temporary but immediate impact on the board. The mana cost of {2}{R} and a mana value of 3 make it a versatile inclusion in red-based decks. For collectors, this product represents the unique aesthetic and mechanical diversity that Secret Lair Drops bring to the Magic: The Gathering community. The foil treatment enhances the card's visual appeal, making it a desirable piece for those who focus on finish variations and special releases. Whether you are building a collection of Secret Lair cards or seeking a specific rare sorcery for your library, this card offers a tangible connection to the game's evolving design landscape. The combination of the artist's work, the foil finish, and the unique gameplay mechanic makes this card a notable item for any serious Magic: The Gathering enthusiast.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Heat Shimmer
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Kirokaze & Chuck Lukacs
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{R}
Sorcery
R
Card Text
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Create a token that's a copy of target creature, except it has haste and "At the beginning of the end step, exile this token."
FAQ
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What is the mana cost of Heat Shimmer?
The mana cost for Heat Shimmer is {2}{R}, resulting in a total mana value of 3. This makes it a moderately priced spell to cast in Magic: The Gathering.
Who created the artwork for this card?
The artwork for Heat Shimmer in the Secret Lair Drop was created by artists Kirokaze and Chuck Lukacs.
What does the Heat Shimmer card do in gameplay?
As a sorcery, Heat Shimmer lets you create a token that is a copy of a target creature. This token has haste and is exiled at the beginning of the end step.
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