Magic: The Gathering

Spiteflame Witch

Shadowmoor 197 • uncommon

Set: Shadowmoor
Collector number: 197
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 1 generic mana black mana or red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Black · Red
Artist: William O'Connor
Market price: $0.28

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$0.28market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.20 – $0.28 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an uncommon creature from the Shadowmoor set, this card represents a specific slice of a broader thematic release. Its presence in a collection highlights an interest in the distinctive artistic contributions found within this series, capturing a particular visual style through the work of its artist.

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What it does

black mana red mana: Each player loses 1 life.

Cinder beliefs revolve around the Path of Sorrow, a spiritual descent into oblivion. They don't mind taking others on their journey down.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Spiteflame Witch was released in 2008 as part of the Shadowmoor expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Developed by Wizards of the Coast, the Shadowmoor block was designed to contrast with its predecessor, Lorwyn, by introducing a darker, more volatile atmosphere inspired by gothic folklore. The set focused heavily on hybrid mana symbols, encouraging players to utilize multi-colored strategies that were emblematic of the chaotic transformation the game world was undergoing at the time.

The card was illustrated by William O'Connor, a prolific fantasy artist known for his atmospheric character designs. O'Connor’s depiction of the Spiteflame Witch captures the set's theme of malevolent transformation, featuring a creature infused with fiery, destructive energy. As an uncommon card, it served as a utility piece for players focusing on red and black mana, balancing its gameplay mechanics with a visual aesthetic that fits firmly into the dark, eerie tone established by the Shadowmoor setting.

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