Spitting Drake

Spitting Drake was released in 1999 as part of the Magic: The Gathering Sixth Edition core set. This set was a significant milestone for the game, as it introduced updated rules and a modernized card frame that would define the look of the game for several years to come. The card itself occupies the common rarity slot, representing the accessible, creature-focused design philosophy that characterized core sets during this era.

The artwork for the card was created by artist Greg Staples, who contributed extensively to the game's aesthetic during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Staples focused on conveying a sense of reptilian menace through the dragon's posture and the visceral depiction of its corrosive breath. The card was designed as a straightforward flying threat, aimed at providing players with a consistent, mid-to-late game offensive option in limited draft environments and casual kitchen-table play.