Punishing Fire
Instant
Punishing Fire deals 2 damage to any target. Whenever an opponent gains life, you may pay {R}. If you do, return this card from your graveyard to your hand.
First printed in Zendikar
Legality
| Format | Status | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Commander | Legal | |
| Commander Bracket 1: Exhibition | Legal | |
| Commander Bracket 2: Core | Legal | |
| Commander Bracket 3: Upgraded | Legal | |
| Commander Bracket 4: Optimized | Legal | |
| Commander Bracket 5: cEDH | Legal | |
| Legacy | Legal | |
| Modern | Banned | December 1, 2011 |
| Oathbreaker | Legal | |
| Old School 93/94 | Legal | |
| Pauper Commander | Not legal | |
| Pioneer | Not legal | |
| Premodern | Not legal | |
| Standard Brawl | Not legal | |
| Tiny Leaders: Reborn | Legal | |
| Vintage | Legal |
Ban history
- Banned in Modern