Shivan Dragon
Magic 2015 281 • rare
- Set
- Magic 2015
- Collector number
- 281
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 4 generic mana red mana red mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Donato Giancola
- Market price
- $0.11
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 is an iconic creature in Magic: The Gathering, first appearing in the Alpha set in 1993 as one of the game's original powerhouses. Its design, characterized by the ability to gain temporary power through mana investment, established the template for the 'fire-breathing' mechanic that defined the red color identity. The version from the Magic 2015 Core Set serves as a modern iteration of this classic design, intended to maintain the card's presence as a quintessential dragon in the game's revolving card pool.
For this specific 2015 release, the artwork was commissioned from Donato Giancola, a highly regarded illustrator known for his realistic and atmospheric fantasy style. Giancola opted for a dramatic, visceral depiction of the dragon, emphasizing its scale and fiery nature through intricate lighting and texture. While the card is a standard inclusion in the set rather than a rarity-driven chase piece, it remains a beloved staple among collectors who appreciate Giancola's technical skill and the enduring legacy of the card's original mechanical design.
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