Magic: The Gathering

Flametongue Kavu

Archenemy: Nicol Bolas 48 • uncommon

Set: Archenemy: Nicol Bolas
Collector number: 48
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 3 generic mana red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Red
Artist: Slawomir Maniak
Market price: $0.31

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What it's worth

$0.31market price via TCGplayer · Aug 25, 2026$0.30 – $0.40 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an uncommon card from this specific set, the Flametongue Kavu is a classic piece of creature-focused utility that rewards tactical board control. Its ability to immediately impact the field upon arrival remains a hallmark of efficient design, making it a reliable staple for players who value direct interaction.

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Card face

What it does

When this creature enters, it deals 4 damage to target creature.

"For dim-witted, thick-skulled genetic mutants, they have pretty good aim."— Sisay, captain of the *Weatherlight*

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Flametongue Kavu was originally released in the 2001 Invasion expansion for Magic: The Gathering. It was designed as a powerful red creature that offered immediate value upon entering the battlefield by dealing damage to another creature. This 'enter the battlefield' effect made it a staple of competitive play during its time, famously shifting the landscape of creature-based combat by punishing opponents for playing smaller, lower-toughness threats.

The version from Archenemy: Nicol Bolas, released in 2017, features the iconic original illustration by Kev Walker. Walker’s depiction of the Kavu—a reptilian, aggressive beast—emphasizes the creature's ferocity and the elemental nature of its fire-breathing ability. This re-release kept the classic card design intact, serving as a reminder of the card's enduring legacy as one of the most efficient removal-creatures in the game's history.

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About

About Flametongue Kavu

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