Spirit Flare

Description

Spirit Flare is a white instant card from the 2002 Magic: The Gathering Torment expansion, carrying card number 15. This foil variant showcases a shimmering finish that highlights the card's design within the set. The card requires four mana to cast, combining three generic mana with one white mana. As an instant, it can be played during any phase of the game, offering strategic flexibility. The card's primary effect allows the player to tap an untapped creature they control to deal damage equal to that creature's power to an opposing attacking or blocking creature. This mechanic enables creative combat interactions by leveraging the power of existing board presence. Additionally, Spirit Flare includes the flashback ability, allowing it to be cast from the graveyard for one generic mana, one white mana, and by paying three life. After being cast via flashback, the card is exiled, preventing reuse in the same turn but providing a one-time rescue option. The artwork is credited to rk post, whose illustration defines the visual identity of this card in the Torment set. Collectors often seek this card for its unique mechanical interaction and the nostalgic value of the early 2000s Magic: The Gathering era. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a desirable piece for those building themed collections or appreciating the artistic direction of the Torment expansion. Whether used in gameplay for its tactical potential or held as a collectible item, Spirit Flare represents a distinct moment in the game's history.