Flash Strike: Lightning Axe

Lightning Axe from Innistrad Remastered is the kind of instant that punishes slow setups and rewards tight hand reading. This Near Mint Foil print keeps the original wording players expect while presenting a vivid art frame that shimmers under table lights. Cast it for {R} plus the added cost of discarding a card or paying {5} to deliver five points of damage to a target creature, a clean removal curve that slots into aggressive or midrange red shells looking to clear blockers or trade up on tempo.

Practically speaking this Lightning Axe is both playable and collectible. Use it to answer problematic creatures late in the game or to force unfavorable blocks early when you can spare a card. The foil finish and Near Mint condition make it suited for competitive play, cube inclusion, and foil-focused collectors who appreciate Innistrad era flavor without sacrificing functionality. Add it to a burn build or sideboard where conditional removal matters and keep your lines of play sharp.

Card Details:

• Mana Cost – {R}
• Card Type – Instant
• Subtypes –
• Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – As an additional cost to cast this spell, discard a card or pay 5. Lightning Axe deals 5 damage to target creature.
• Power / Toughness – N A
• Rarity – Uncommon
• Set – Innistrad Remastered
• Language – English
• Condition – Near Mint Foil