Magic: The Gathering

Balefire Dragon

Secret Lair Drop 2902 • mythic

Set: Secret Lair Drop
Collector number: 2902
Rarity: Mythic
Mana cost: 5 generic mana red mana red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Red
Artist: Brendan Sullivan

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Lore

Why it matters

As a mythic rarity from a specialized release, this card represents a highly sought-after iteration of a classic creature. Its inclusion in this series marks it as a distinct collectible, prized by those who value both its power on the tabletop and its unique visual presentation.

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What it does

Flying

Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, it deals that much damage to each creature that player controls.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Balefire Dragon Secret Lair drop was released as part of a specialized series by Wizards of the Coast, designed to offer players and collectors artistic reinterpretations of iconic Magic: The Gathering cards. This specific iteration, identified by collector number 2902, leans into the high-fantasy aesthetic characteristic of the game's creature designs, emphasizing the dragon's destructive power through stylized, dramatic illustration.

The artistic direction for this drop was curated to highlight the dragon as a centerpiece of the Commander format, where the card remains a popular choice for its battlefield control abilities. By commissioning unique, thematic artwork, the creators aimed to elevate the visual identity of a classic game piece, resulting in a release that bridges the gap between functional gaming accessory and collectible art.

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