Shivan Hellkite
Tenth Edition 231★ • rare
- Set
- Tenth Edition
- Collector number
- 231★
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 5 generic mana red mana red mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Kev Walker
- Finish
- Foil
What it does
Flying (This creature can't be blocked except by creatures with flying or reach.)
1 generic mana red mana: This creature deals 1 damage to any target.
A dragon's scale can be carved into a mighty shield, provided you can procure a dragontooth to cut it.
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
The Shivan Hellkite first appeared in the Alpha set of Magic: The Gathering in 1993, representing the quintessential high-cost, high-power red dragon. By the time it was reprinted for the Tenth Edition core set in 2007, it had become a hallmark of the game's creature design, embodying the 'big red' archetype that rewards players for accumulating mana to deal direct damage. This iteration features a distinct aesthetic update consistent with the polished, digital-forward art direction Wizards of the Coast adopted during the mid-2000s.
The Tenth Edition printing utilizes illustration by Donato Giancola, a renowned fantasy artist who brought a more textured and grounded approach to the classic dragon design compared to earlier versions. His work focused on enhancing the creature's menacing scale and fiery intensity. Upon its release, the card was well-received by players for its balance of nostalgia and utility, serving as a reliable centerpiece for casual play while maintaining its status as a foundational element of the game's expansive history.
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