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Lightning Axe | MTG Deck Rec

Lightning Axe

Lightning Axe

Instant

As an additional cost to cast this spell, discard a card or pay . Lightning Axe deals 5 damage to target creature.

Legal in Commander
About $0.12

What it does

burn creature
discard outlet
spot removal

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Art from Lightning Axe by Jason A. Engle

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