The details of the Lava Hounds trading card from Magic: The Gathering's 1997 Weatherlight set. This Uncommon creature offers unique gameplay mechanics for TCG enthusiasts.
Lava Hounds
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Weatherlight
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Description
The Lava Hounds card, designated as number 109 in the Weatherlight expansion, is a notable entry in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game released in 1997. As an Uncommon creature of the Dog subtype, this card features a mana cost of {2}{R}{R} and possesses a power and toughness of 4/4. Gameplay-wise, Lava Hounds offers a distinct strategic dynamic. It grants the ability to attack or use activated abilities the turn it is played, but entering the battlefield triggers an effect that deals 4 damage to its controller. This risk-versus-reward mechanic makes it a memorable piece for players and completists alike. For those building a Weatherlight collection, this card number represents a key component of the set's creature lineup. The enduring legacy of the Weatherlight set ensures that cards like Lava Hounds remain relevant in discussions about the game's history.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Lava Hounds
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Steve White
Card Stock
English
{2}{R}{R}
Creature — Dog
4 / 4
R
Card Text
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Haste When this creature enters, it deals 4 damage to you.
What cats bury, dogs eat. —Urborg aphorism
