Shivan Dragon
Core Set 2020 335 • rare
- Set
- Core Set 2020
- Collector number
- 335
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 4 generic mana red mana red mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Donato Giancola
- Market price
- $0.14
What it does
Flying
red mana: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn.
"It's just playing with us, Marsden."— Dafynne the Radiant, last words
Where you can play it
- StandardLegal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
The Shivan Dragon made its debut in the original 1993 Alpha set of Magic: The Gathering, quickly establishing itself as the quintessential powerhouse creature of the early game. As a rare card featuring the iconic combination of red mana, flying, and fire-breathing, it became a cultural touchstone for players. The Core Set 2020 version serves as a modern iteration of this classic design, reflecting the game's evolution in card frame technology while honoring the original mechanical spirit that defined the red color identity.
The artwork for this specific 2020 rendition was created by Greg Staples, who leaned into a more dynamic and visceral depiction of the dragon compared to earlier iterations. Staples aimed to capture the raw, elemental intensity of a Shivan Dragon in flight, utilizing dramatic lighting and scale to reintroduce the creature to a new generation of players. It was received as a respectful tribute to the card's heritage, maintaining its status as a staple for both competitive drafters and casual enthusiasts who appreciate the history of the game.
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