Crimson Mage
Magic 2012 129 • uncommon
- Set
- Magic 2012
- Collector number
- 129
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana red mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Izzy
- Market price
- $0.11
What it does
red mana: Target creature you control gains haste until end of turn. (It can attack and tap this turn.)
"We wield the fires of rage. War is our blood and destruction our birthright."— Crimson creed
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Crimson Mage was introduced in the Magic 2012 core set, released by Wizards of the Coast in July 2011. The card was designed to function as a red creature that provided the haste ability to itself, reflecting the aggressive, fast-paced playstyle traditionally associated with the color red in Magic: The Gathering. As part of a core set, it was intended to serve as a staple for both limited draft environments and newer players looking to understand the fundamental mechanics of the game.
The card features artwork by Kev Walker, a prolific illustrator whose style is synonymous with many iconic cards from the era. Walker focused on a visceral depiction of a pyromantic spellcaster, emphasizing the chaotic and volatile nature of red magic. Upon its release, the card was generally viewed as a solid, functional tool for limited play, valued for its ability to apply pressure early in a match, though it saw limited competitive utility in constructed formats like Standard.
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