MScore: 5.1/10

Runeflare Trap

{4} {R} {R}

Instant — Trapuncommon

If an opponent drew three or more cards this turn, you may pay {R} rather than pay this spell's mana cost.

Runeflare Trap deals damage to target player equal to the number of cards in that player's hand.

Illustrated by Franz Vohwinkel · Zendikar · #146

Rulings for Runeflare Trap

2009-10-01
You may ignore a Trap's alternative cost condition and simply cast it for its normal mana cost. This is true even if its alternative cost condition has been met.

2009-10-01
Casting a Trap by paying its alternative cost doesn't change its mana cost or mana value. The only difference is the cost you actually pay.

2009-10-01
Effects that increase or reduce the cost to cast a Trap will apply to whichever cost you chose to pay.

2009-10-01
The player you target with Runeflare Trap doesn't have to be the opponent that drew three or more cards this turn.

Format Legality

Duellegal

Brawlnot legal

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Flash Conscription

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