This foil Magic: The Gathering card is a powerful red instant from the 2021 Time Spiral Remastered set, featuring unique scry and damage mechanics.
Riddle of Lightning
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Time Spiral Remastered
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The Time Spiral Remastered release, issued in 2021, brought a curated selection of iconic cards from the original Time Spiral block to modern formats. Among these selections is Riddle of Lightning, designated as card number 183. This Magic: The Gathering instant card costs {3}{R}{R} to cast and offers a dynamic gameplay experience by allowing the player to scry three and reveal the top card of their library. The damage dealt to a target permanent or player is then equal to the mana value of that revealed card, making it a versatile tool for board control and resource management. For collectors, the foil finish adds significant visual appeal to this common rarity card. This foil variation is highly sought after by enthusiasts looking to complete their set collections or add a striking piece to their display. The card’s identity as a red instant makes it a recognizable and valuable addition for any Magic: The Gathering trading card game collection, appealing to both casual players and serious investors in the TCG market.
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Riddle of Lightning
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Daren Bader
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{R}{R}
Instant
R
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Choose any target. Scry 3, then reveal the top card of your library. Riddle of Lightning deals damage equal to that card's mana value to that permanent or player.