Lava Spike
Champions of Kamigawa 178 • common
- Set
- Champions of Kamigawa
- Collector number
- 178
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- red mana
- Type
- Sorcery
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Mark Tedin
- Market price
- $1.28
What it does
Lava Spike deals 3 damage to target player or planeswalker.
Some kami attacks during the war were rife with trickery, subterfuge, and subtlety, draining hope and pride from the mortal world. Other attacks were a lot more straightforward.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Lava Spike was released in 2004 as part of the Champions of Kamigawa expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Drawing thematic inspiration from Japanese folklore and mythology, the set introduced the Arcane subtype, which allowed players to trigger 'splice' mechanics that enhanced the effectiveness of spells. This particular card was designed as a sorcery-speed homage to the classic Lightning Bolt, specifically tailored to fit the set's focus on spell-based synergies rather than creatures.
The card’s artwork was illustrated by Dave Dorman, a renowned fantasy artist known for his work on Star Wars and various role-playing game properties. Dorman utilized a vibrant, high-contrast style to depict the chaotic, elemental nature of the spike, emphasizing the spiritual energy prevalent in the Kamigawa plane. Upon its debut, the card was received as a staple for aggressive red decks, providing a efficient, predictable way to target opponents directly while interacting with the unique spell-casting mechanics of the era.
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