What does the Wildfire card do in Magic: The Gathering?

Wildfire is a red sorcery that forces each player to sacrifice four lands of their choice and deals 4 damage to each creature. It is a powerful board-clearing effect that requires a significant mana investment.

Which set is the Wildfire card from?

Wildfire is card number 228 in the Seventh Edition set, released in 2001. It is part of the core set line that helped define the early landscape of the trading card game.

Who is the artist of the Wildfire card in Seventh Edition?

The artwork for Wildfire in the Seventh Edition was created by Ron Spencer, whose illustrations are characteristic of the game's design during that period.

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The 2001 Magic: The Gathering Seventh Edition Wildfire card, a powerful red sorcery that defined early format strategies.

Wildfire

2001 • Magic: The Gathering • Seventh Edition

2001 Magic: The Gathering Seventh Edition

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Released in 2001 as part of the Seventh Edition, Wildfire (card number 228) remains a defining piece of Magic: The Gathering history. This rare red sorcery card demands a mana cost of {4}{R}{R} to activate its devastating effect: forcing each player to sacrifice four lands of their choice while dealing 4 damage to every creature on the battlefield. The card’s design reflects the artistic style of its era, with contributions from artist Ron Spencer, making it a recognizable staple for enthusiasts of the game's early years. Collectors and players value Wildfire for its disruptive power and historical significance within the Seventh Edition set. Its bold red color identity and high mana value make it a memorable card for those who appreciate strategic depth and classic game mechanics. Whether you are building a vintage collection or studying the evolution of the trading card game, this card offers a glimpse into a pivotal time for Magic: The Gathering.

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Year

2001

Brand

Magic: The Gathering

Series

Seventh Edition

Card Number

#228

Featured Subject

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Featured

Wildfire

Game

Magic: The Gathering

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Ron Spencer

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{4}{R}{R}

Type

Sorcery

Color

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Each player sacrifices four lands of their choice. Wildfire deals 4 damage to each creature.

Fire is always at the top of the food chain, and it has a *big* appetite.