Shivan Dragon
Seventh Edition 218 • rare
- Set
- Seventh Edition
- Collector number
- 218
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 4 generic mana red mana red mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Donato Giancola
- Market price
- $0.91
What it does
Flying
red mana: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn.
The undisputed master of the mountains of Shiv.
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 Magic: The Gathering Alpha set in 1993, quickly becoming the quintessential icon of the game. Designed by Richard Garfield, the card was intended to capture the classic high-fantasy trope of the fire-breathing dragon, serving as a powerful 'finisher' that defined the Red color identity through its ability to gain strength via mana investment.
The Seventh Edition printing, released in 2001, features iconic artwork by Donato Giancola. This version was part of a core set transition that updated the visual aesthetic of the game, moving toward a cleaner, more modern card face. Giancola’s rendition is celebrated for its dynamic composition and painterly technique, cementing the Shivan Dragon's status as a staple for both casual players and competitive enthusiasts throughout the early 2000s.
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