Scales Against Spells
Magebane Lizard is a compact threat that punishes decks built around instant and sorcery density. For {1}{R} you get a 1/4 body that converts opponents casting noncreature spells into direct damage. The card reads plainly and works predictably in tempo builds where every bolt and cantrip counts against spell heavy opponents. This Light Play edition from Outlaws of Thunder Junction is ideal for sideboard slots or main deck slots in aggro control shells looking to tax opponents with repeatable incidental damage.
Play it on the second turn to pressure control decks or drop it behind a swarm of creatures to deter card based answers. The lizard’s interaction scales with the number of noncreature spells cast in a turn so it can turn a long spell sequence into lethal points across multiple players. Flavor fits the set with a scrappy, frontier tone and a quick bite against spell slingers. Treat it as a defensive tempo piece that also closes out low life totals when opponents dig for answers.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {1}{R}
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Card Type – Creature
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Subtypes – Lizard
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Whenever a player casts a noncreature spell, Magebane Lizard deals damage to that player equal to the number of noncreature spells they’ve cast this turn.
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Power / Toughness – 1/4
