Dragonskull Summit

Dragonskull Summit was originally introduced in the 2010 Magic: The Gathering set Scars of Mirrodin as part of a cycle of dual lands that enter the battlefield tapped unless the player controls a basic land of the specified types. The card is designed to provide color fixing in multi-colored decks, specifically catering to those running Black and Red mana, known in game lore as the Rakdos color identity. It serves as a utility land that rewards players for maintaining a stable mana base while providing flexibility in the early to mid-game stages.

This specific iteration, numbered 252s, originates from the Ixalan Promos, a promotional release distributed to players through events at local game stores. The artwork for the original iteration was created by artist Sam Burley, who aimed to evoke the rugged and treacherous volcanic terrain often associated with Red and Black mana sources. The design has been widely received by players as a staple inclusion for Commander and Modern formats, valued for its reliability and its thematic contribution to the aesthetics of various deck archetypes.