Prophetic Bolt
Commander 2020 227 • rare
- Set
- Commander 2020
- Collector number
- 227
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana blue mana red mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Red · Blue
- Artist
- Slawomir Maniak
- Market price
- $0.28
What it does
Prophetic Bolt deals 4 damage to any target. Look at the top four cards of your library. Put one of those cards into your hand and the rest on the bottom of your library in any order.
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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Where it came from
Prophetic Bolt was originally printed in the 2001 Apocalypse set for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, designed to provide a high-impact, multicolor spell that rewarded players for utilizing the red and blue color combination. As a card that balances direct damage with deck manipulation, it represents the strategic identity of the Izzet League, blending fiery impulse with cerebral planning. Its inclusion in the Commander 2020 product line allowed it to be reintroduced to a modern audience, fitting seamlessly into decks focused on casting powerful spells and managing the top of one's library.
The artwork for this version was rendered by illustrator Greg Staples, who is known for his atmospheric and moody depictions within the game. Staples aimed to capture the essence of a sudden, magical epiphany manifesting as a physical strike, utilizing bold lighting and intense energy to convey the card's dual nature. Upon its release in the Commander 2020 decks, the card was well-received by players for its versatility, offering a reliable way to remove threats while simultaneously digging for necessary game pieces, cementing its role as a functional staple in casual and multiplayer formats.
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