Runeflare Trap
Zendikar 146 • uncommon
- Set
- Zendikar
- Collector number
- 146
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 4 generic mana red mana red mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Franz Vohwinkel
- Market price
- $0.27
What it does
If an opponent drew three or more cards this turn, you may pay red mana rather than pay this spell's mana cost.
Runeflare Trap deals damage to target player equal to the number of cards in that player's hand.
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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Where it came from
Runeflare Trap was released in 2009 as part of the Zendikar expansion for Magic: The Gathering. The set was designed to emphasize land-based mechanics and adventure, introducing the 'Trap' card subtype to represent reactive, high-impact spells that could be cast for a reduced mana cost if specific conditions were met by an opponent. This card was conceptualized to punish players for drawing multiple cards per turn, serving as a tactical counter-play against aggressive card-advantage strategies.
The card’s artwork was rendered by Daarken, a frequent contributor to the franchise known for a dark, textured fantasy style. The visual design highlights the 'Trap' aesthetic, depicting a magical ward triggered by the target's excess acquisition of knowledge. Upon release, the card became a notable inclusion in niche burn and combo decks, appreciated by players for its ability to turn an opponent's momentum into direct damage.
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