Magic: The Gathering

Needle Storm

Tempest 241 • uncommon

Set: Tempest
Collector number: 241
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 2 generic mana green mana
Type: Sorcery
Colors: Green
Artist: Val Mayerik
Market price: $0.16

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$0.16market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.16 – $0.21 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an uncommon sorcery from the Tempest set, this card functions as a strategic tool for managing the battlefield. Its inclusion in this series captures a specific era of card design, making it a thoughtful piece for those who appreciate the tactical variety found within its original collection.

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What it does

Needle Storm deals 4 damage to each creature with flying.

The rain is driven like nails.

Formats

Where you can play it

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

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Provenance

Where it came from

Needle Storm was released in 1997 as part of the Tempest expansion for Magic: The Gathering. As a green sorcery, the card was designed to provide players with a specific tactical answer to flying creatures, fitting into the set's focus on strategic combat interactions and environmental threats. The set is well-regarded for introducing influential mechanics and contributing significantly to the game's long-term design philosophy.

The artwork was commissioned from Val Mayerik, a prolific illustrator known for his work in both comics and fantasy gaming. Mayerik’s depiction of the storm captures the aggressive, visceral nature of the spell, utilizing a dynamic style that was emblematic of the era’s card aesthetics. Upon its debut, the card was received as a functional utility tool for green decks, valued primarily for its clear mechanical role rather than complex strategic play.

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About

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