Scourge of the Throne

Description

The 2020 release of Magic: The Gathering included the card Scourge of the Throne, designated as CNS-35 in The List set. This Mythic Rare card belongs to the Red mana color identity and features the creature type Dragon. Designed with a mana cost of {4}{R}{R} and a mana value of 6, it enters the battlefield with power and toughness of 5/5. The card possesses the keyword ability Flying, allowing it to evade most ground-based blockers. Scourge of the Throne is defined by its interaction with game states involving player life totals. The Dethrone ability triggers when this creature attacks, granting it a +1/+1 counter if the target opponent has the most life or is tied for the most life. This mechanic encourages strategic targeting and can significantly alter the card's combat potential as the game progresses. Beyond its inherent stat boost, the card features a powerful ongoing effect. When attacking the player with the most life for the first time each turn, it untaps all other attacking creatures and creates an additional combat phase. This dual-trigger capability makes it a formidable presence in multiplayer games or competitive matches where life total management is critical. The List set, identified by the set code PLST, serves as a rotating pool of cards for various Magic formats, making this Dragon a versatile addition to any collector's library. Michael Komarck provided the artistic vision for this creature, contributing to its status as a sought-after piece for Magic: The Gathering trading card game enthusiasts building their collections.