Quick Answer

Firestorm Hellkite is a rare Creature — Dragon from VIS (VIS) costing {4}{U}{R}. Current price: $0.85 USD. Legal in Commander.

Firestorm Hellkite MTG card

Firestorm Hellkite

Creature — Dragon

Card Text

Flying, trample Cumulative upkeep {U}{R} (At the beginning of your upkeep, put an age counter on this permanent, then sacrifice it unless you pay its upkeep cost for each age counter on it.)

"If it can scar the sky with fire, do not share its destination." —Mwani, Mtenda herder

Card Stats

6/6 rare CMC: 6.0 VIS VIS 🎨 Pete Venters
Cumulative upkeep Flying Trample

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.85
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.87
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Firestorm Hellkite? Basics

Firestorm Hellkite is a Creature — Dragon card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying, trample Cumulative upkeep {U}{R} (At the beginning of your upkeep, put an age counter on this permanent, then sacrifice it unless you pay its upkeep cost for each age counter on it.)"

How much mana does Firestorm Hellkite cost to cast? Basics

Firestorm Hellkite has a mana cost of {4}{U}{R}, which equals 6.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R, U mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Firestorm Hellkite's mana cost of {4}{U}{R} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Firestorm Hellkite has a mana value of 6.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Firestorm Hellkite's current oracle text is: "Flying, trample Cumulative upkeep {U}{R} (At the beginning of your upkeep, put an age counter on this permanent, then sacrifice it unless you pay its upkeep cost for each age counter on it.)"

What is the current price of Firestorm Hellkite? Pricing

The current market price for Firestorm Hellkite is approximately $0.85 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.87 EUR.

Where can I buy Firestorm Hellkite? Pricing

You can purchase Firestorm Hellkite from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Is Firestorm Hellkite legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Firestorm Hellkite in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Firestorm Hellkite legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Firestorm Hellkite in Modern is not available.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Firestorm Hellkite legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Firestorm Hellkite is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Firestorm Hellkite legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Firestorm Hellkite in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Firestorm Hellkite legal in Legacy? Legality

Firestorm Hellkite is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Firestorm Hellkite legal in Vintage? Legality

Firestorm Hellkite is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Firestorm Hellkite legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Firestorm Hellkite in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Firestorm Hellkite from? Details

This printing of Firestorm Hellkite is from VIS (VIS), with collector number 130.

Firestorm Hellkite may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Firestorm Hellkite's rarity? Details

Firestorm Hellkite is a rare card in VIS.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Firestorm Hellkite? Details

Firestorm Hellkite was illustrated by Pete Venters.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Firestorm Hellkite's power and toughness? Details

Firestorm Hellkite is a 6/6 creature.

Power (6) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (6) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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