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The 2008 Magic: The Gathering Shadowmoor rare foil card, Fire-Lit Thicket (SHM 271), a dual-color land essential for versatile gameplay strategies.

Fire-Lit Thicket

2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Shadowmoor

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Product Overview

Description

As a rare foil land, this card provides players with a unique mana-generating capability that supports both green and red mana pools, making it a highly sought-after piece for strategic deck building. The foil treatment adds a shimmering depth to the card, distinguishing it from standard prints and appealing to finish-oriented collectors. In gameplay, Fire-Lit Thicket allows for flexible mana acceleration. By tapping the land, a player can produce colorless mana, but by paying additional costs, they can generate double mana of either red or green. This dual identity makes it a valuable asset in formats that require mixed mana bases, offering efficiency without sacrificing color diversity. The card’s mechanics reflect the set's theme of survival and adaptation in a hostile environment, where resources are contested and valuable. The foil variant enhances the visual impact, making it a desirable addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Whether used in competitive play or displayed as part of a comprehensive set completion, Fire-Lit Thicket represents the intersection of utility and aesthetic appeal that defines the Shadowmoor era.

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Card Details

The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

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Year

2008

Series

Shadowmoor

Card Number

#271

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Ralph Horsley

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Type

Land

Card Text

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{T}: Add {C}. {R/G}, {T}: Add {R}{R}, {R}{G}, or {G}{G}.

Occupancy of the den changes from night to night as boggart gangs fight for control of a place they aren't willing to simply eat.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana capability of Fire-Lit Thicket?

Fire-Lit Thicket is a dual-color land that can produce either green or red mana. It allows players to generate colorless mana by tapping, or double mana of a chosen color by paying additional mana costs, providing flexibility in deck construction.

Who illustrated the Shadowmoor version of Fire-Lit Thicket?

The artwork for this card was created by Ralph Horsley, whose style contributed to the dark, twisted forest aesthetic that defined the Shadowmoor set in 2008.

Is Fire-Lit Thicket a rare card in the Shadowmoor set?

Yes, Fire-Lit Thicket is printed as a rare card in the Shadowmoor expansion. The foil version is particularly sought after by collectors for its enhanced finish and functional utility in gameplay.

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