The Crimson Hellkite, card number 178 from Magic: The Gathering's Seventh Edition. This red Dragon creature features flying and a versatile damage ability.
Crimson Hellkite
2001 • Magic: The Gathering • Seventh Edition
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The Crimson Hellkite is a notable red creature card from Magic: The Gathering's Seventh Edition, released in 2001. Identified as card number 178 in the set, this powerful Dragon serves as a significant piece for collectors building out the classic 7ED collection. Designed by artist Carl Critchlow, the card captures the essence of a formidable beast with its nine-mana cost and six-six power and toughness. Collectors often seek this card for its iconic status within the early 2000s era of the trading card game, representing a time when high-cost dragons were pivotal threats on the battlefield. The card's ability to fly and deal damage makes it a memorable inclusion in the history of Magic: The Gathering. Whether you are a long-time player or a new investor in collectible cards, the Crimson Hellkite remains a key identifier for fans of the red mana color pie. Adding this card to your collection connects you to the rich lore and strategic depth that defines the game's legacy.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Crimson Hellkite
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Carl Critchlow
Card Stock
English
{6}{R}{R}{R}
Creature — Dragon
6 / 6
R
Card Text
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Flying {X}, {T}: This creature deals X damage to target creature. Spend only red mana on X.
The hellkites are artists with flames, painting the world with fire.