In Magic: The Gathering, black mana and red mana are two of the five colors of mana, each with distinct characteristics and themes.

Black Mana:

Associated with darkness, death, and the pursuit of power.
Symbolized by a black skull.
Involves sacrificing resources, paying life for advantages, and features themes like zombies, vampires, and necromancy.
Common keywords include “Swampwalk” and “Lifelink.”

Red Mana:

Associated with passion, chaos, and impulsiveness.
Symbolized by a red fireball.
Embraces freedom, chaos, and individuality, often involving direct damage to creatures or players.
Themes include goblins, dragons, fire magic, and lightning.
Common keywords include “Haste” and “First Strike.”

Players can combine these colors to create diverse decks, and decks that include both black and red are often referred to as “Rakdos” decks.