Barrage of Expendables

Barrage of Expendables was introduced in the 2020 Magic: The Gathering set Jumpstart. This product line was specifically designed to provide a pick-up-and-play experience for players, utilizing a novel format where players combine two distinct twenty-card themed decks to form a complete sixty-card deck. The set is notable for reprinting older cards alongside new designs, focusing on high-synergy archetypes that cater to both new players and those seeking a quick, casual game environment.

The card features artwork by artist Igor Kieryluk, whose work often emphasizes dynamic action and expressive lighting. Within the context of its red-colored theme, the design focuses on the mechanic of sacrificing creatures to deal damage, a classic 'aristocrat-style' effect that emphasizes the disposable nature of Goblins and similar expendable units in the game's lore. It remains a functional piece of red utility, favored in decks that prioritize board attrition and incremental damage output.