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Lava Spike
CHK · Champions of Kamigawa #178 · Common · released 2004-10-01
{R}
Sorcery — Arcane
Lava Spike deals 3 damage to target player or planeswalker.
Some kami attacks during the war were rife with trickery, subterfuge, and subtlety, draining hope and pride from the mortal world. Other attacks were a lot more straightforward.
Lava Spike is a common red sorcery from Champions of Kamigawa (2004). It has been printed 8 times across 7 sets, from 2004 to 2025. Recent market prices range from $0.98 to $19.58 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper and Oathbreaker.
USD$1.28
USD Foil$6.55
Format legality
Where you can play Lava Spike in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (8)
Prices range from $0.98 to $19.58 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Pro Tour Promos at $0.98.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champions of Kamigawa This page | 178 | Common | $1.28 | $6.55 |
| Magic Online Theme Decks | B20 | Common | — | — |
| Modern Masters | 121 | Common | $1.04 | $1.78 |
| Ultimate Masters | 136 | Uncommon | $0.99 | $2.14 |
| Time Spiral Remastered | 347 | Special | $1.22 | $19.58 |
| Pro Tour Promos | 2022-1 | Rare | $0.98 | $3.46 |
| Secret Lair Drop | 2054 | Rare | — | $4.69 |
| Secret Lair Drop | 2049 | Rare | $2.39 | — |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2021-03-19Arcane is a spell subtype that has no inherent rules meaning. It may be referenced by effects from other cards.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lava Spike legal in Commander?
Yes — Lava Spike is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Lava Spike legal in?
Lava Spike is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper and Oathbreaker.
How many times has Lava Spike been printed?
Lava Spike has been printed 8 times across 7 sets, from 2004 to 2025.
What is the cheapest printing of Lava Spike?
The cheapest printing is Pro Tour Promos (#2022-1) at about $0.98.
Who illustrated Lava Spike?
This printing of Lava Spike was illustrated by Mark Tedin.