This 2016 foil Lightning Axe card from the Shadows over Innistrad set is an uncommon instant that deals significant damage to target creatures.
Lightning Axe
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Shadows over Innistrad
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Lightning Axe is an instant spell from the 2016 Shadows over Innistrad expansion in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Identified as card number 170 in the Shadows over Innistrad set code SOI, this uncommon card features a distinctive foil finish that enhances its visual appeal for collectors. The card requires a single red mana to cast and offers a strategic choice: players can either discard a card or pay five generic mana as an additional cost to deal five damage to any target creature. This flexibility makes the card a versatile tool in red-based decks, appealing to both gameplay enthusiasts and those who appreciate the strategic depth of the Shadows over Innistrad expansion. The foil treatment adds a layer of collectibility, making it a desirable addition for those completing the Shadows over Innistrad collection or seeking high-quality examples of uncommon spells. Fans of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game often seek out foil cards from this era for their aesthetic quality and historical significance within the game's extensive card pool. Whether you are building a competitive deck or curating a collection of Shadows over Innistrad treasures, this Lightning Axe foil card represents a solid piece of the expansion's identity.
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Lightning Axe
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Jason A. Engle
Card Stock
English
Foil
{R}
Instant
R
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As an additional cost to cast this spell, discard a card or pay {5}. Lightning Axe deals 5 damage to target creature.
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