Magic: The Gathering

Shivan Dragon

Foundations 206 • uncommon

Set: Foundations
Collector number: 206
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 4 generic mana red mana red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Red
Artist: Donato Giancola
Market price: $0.12

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$0.12market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$0.10 – $0.17 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

The Shivan Dragon is a classic archetype of its card type, representing the high-flying, fire-breathing menace that defines traditional fantasy creatures. As an uncommon card, it remains an accessible staple that serves as a powerful centerpiece for players looking to pressure their opponents with scaling offensive capabilities.

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Card face

What it does

Flying

red mana: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn.

The undisputed master of the mountains of Shiv.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardLegal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Shivan Dragon made its debut in the Alpha set of Magic: The Gathering in 1993, quickly becoming one of the most iconic creatures in the game's history. Designed by Richard Garfield, the card was intended to capture the essence of high-fantasy power, serving as a quintessential 'big red' finisher that forced opponents to react immediately or face defeat. Its simple yet evocative mechanics—the ability to grow in strength through fire-breathing—transformed it into a hallmark of the game's early identity and enduring visual language.

For the Foundations set, the Shivan Dragon appears as card number 206, serving as a bridge between the game's legacy and its modern design philosophy. This iteration honors the original spirit of the card while updating its presentation for current players, ensuring that the dragon remains a recognizable and formidable presence. It represents a deliberate effort by Wizards of the Coast to anchor the new collection in the foundational archetypes that have defined the trading card game for over three decades.

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