About Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon is a premium Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon MTG proxy card from Magic: The Gathering‘s Scars of Mirrodin. This black legendary creature is most useful in decks built around infect finishers, Voltron, and black control, making it a useful option for casual Commander, cube, display, and deck testing.
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| Type | Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Dragon Skeleton |
| Text | Flying Infect (This creature deals damage to creatures in the form of -1/-1 counters and to players in the form of poison counters.) : Skithiryx gains haste until end of turn.![]() : Regenerate Skithiryx. |
| Set | Scars of Mirrodin SOM #79 |
| Rarity | Mythic |
What Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon Does
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon is a 4/4 flying Dragon Skeleton with infect. It can gain haste for one black mana and can regenerate for two black mana, making it a compact and dangerous finisher.
The card is strongest in infect, Voltron, and black control decks that can protect a single evasive threat. It is less effective in groups that dislike poison strategies, which is worth checking before the game starts.
Best Uses for Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon MTG Proxy
- Infect Commander: Skithiryx gives black decks a fast poison-based win condition.
- Voltron decks: Equipment and pump effects make infect damage much more threatening.
- Casual testing: A proxy helps test poison power level before committing to the strategy.
Recommended Interactions
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon works well with equipment, pump effects, and protection that helps one threat connect.
- Lightning Greaves: Haste and protection help Skithiryx attack safely.
- Phyresis: Additional infect support can expand the poison plan.
- Hatred: Life-payment pump can threaten sudden poison kills in casual settings.
Strengths and Considerations
The main strength of Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon is evasive infect pressure with built-in haste and regeneration options. The main consideration is table fit, since poison can create social friction in casual Commander. Testing Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon MTG proxy can help decide whether the deck fits your playgroup.
Product Quality and Proxy Use
ProxyKing cards are produced with premium print quality, proper trading-card size, ideal weight, consistent thickness, and a natural shuffle feel for sleeved casual play.
This is a proxy/playtest card for casual play, Commander, cube, display, and deck testing where proxies are allowed. It is not an official Magic card and is not tournament legal. Review our Proxy Use Policy for responsible casual use.
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