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The 1997 World Championship Decks release of Incinerate (jk242) is a common Instant from Magic: The Gathering that deals 3 damage to any target while preventing regeneration.

Incinerate

1997 • Magic: The Gathering • World Championship Decks 1997

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Product Overview

Description

The Incinerate card, designated as jk242, is a common Instant from the 1997 World Championship Decks set in Magic: The Gathering. This card features a mana cost of {1}{R} and a mana value of 2, making it an efficient red spell for players to include in their decks. The artwork for this card was created by Scott M. Fischer, adding a distinct visual element to this early release. In gameplay, Incinerate allows a player to deal 3 damage to any target. A key feature of this card is its ability to prevent the affected creature from being regenerated this turn, providing a strategic advantage in combat scenarios. The card features flavor text by Jaya Ballard, task mage, stating, "Yes, I think 'toast' is an appropriate description." While Incinerate itself is a common card, its presence in this set makes it a notable item for those interested in the history of the game. For those looking to complete their collection of World Championship Decks, Incinerate (jk242) is an essential addition.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

1997

Series

World Championship Decks 1997

Card Number

#jk242

Featured Subject

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Featured

Incinerate

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Scott M. Fischer

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{R}

Type

Instant

Color

R

Card Text

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Incinerate deals 3 damage to any target. A creature dealt damage this way can't be regenerated this turn.

"Yes, I think 'toast' is an appropriate description." —Jaya Ballard, task mage

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What is the mana cost of Incinerate in Magic: The Gathering?

The mana cost for Incinerate is {1}{R}, requiring one generic mana and one red mana to cast. This gives it a total mana value of 2, making it a relatively low-cost spell in the game.

How does Incinerate affect regeneration in Magic: The Gathering?

Incinerate deals 3 damage to any target, and any creature dealt damage by this spell cannot be regenerated this turn. This makes it effective for removing creatures that would otherwise survive through regeneration abilities.

Who created the artwork for Incinerate in the 1997 World Championship Decks?

The artwork for Incinerate in the 1997 World Championship Decks was created by Scott M. Fischer.

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