Go for the Throat
Secret Lair Drop 1986 • rare
- Set
- Secret Lair Drop
- Collector number
- 1986
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana black mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- Kael Ngu
- Market price
- $7.07
What it does
Destroy target nonartifact creature.
"Thisss isss how it should be between usss! The fight for sssurvival! Kill or be killed!"— Lizard, Dr. Curt Connors
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Go for the Throat was originally released as a common card in the Scars of Mirrodin expansion in 2011, quickly establishing itself as a staple black removal spell in Magic: The Gathering. Its efficiency and thematic flavor of absolute elimination made it a reliable choice for players across various formats, eventually leading to its inclusion in high-end premium products.
This specific iteration from the Secret Lair Drop series features artwork by Kael Ngu, who is known for his dynamic, character-focused illustrations. Released as part of a specialized, limited-run collection, the design emphasizes a visceral, dark aesthetic that leans into the card's lethal implications, reflecting the series' intent to provide stylized, artist-driven interpretations of iconic gameplay mechanics.
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