Lightning Runner
Aetherdrift Commander 103 • mythic
- Set
- Aetherdrift Commander
- Collector number
- 103
- Rarity
- Mythic
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana red mana red mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Raymond Swanland
- Market price
- $0.28
What it does
Double strike, haste
Whenever this creature attacks, you get E symbol E symbol (two energy counters), then you may pay eight E symbol. If you pay, untap all creatures you control, and after this phase, there is an additional combat phase.
"Catch me if you can."
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Lightning Runner was released in the Aetherdrift Commander set, which sought to capture the aesthetic of high-speed, magitech-fueled racing within a fantasy setting. The card was designed to embody the chaotic energy of the Aetherdrift circuits, where speed and magical instability are constant factors. It serves as a mechanical anchor for players looking to prioritize swift, aggressive maneuvering in their deck builds.
The artistic direction for this piece focuses on a blur of motion and kinetic energy, intended to convey the fleeting nature of the creature during a race. It was conceptualized to stand out visually through high-contrast colors and dynamic composition, reflecting the set's broader theme of technological volatility. Upon its release, it was well-regarded by collectors for its thematic cohesion and its distinct role in establishing the visual language of the Aetherdrift series.
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