Beast

The Beast token, identified as collector number 10, was released as part of the Commander 2021 token collection. These tokens serve as essential functional accessories for Magic: The Gathering gameplay, specifically designed to represent temporary creatures created by various spells and abilities found within the corresponding Commander preconstructed decks. These decks, released in the spring of 2021, focused on the Strixhaven: School of Mages theme, bringing distinct visual flair to the secondary pieces required for play.

The artwork for this token was provided by Dave Allsop, a long-time contributor to the Magic: The Gathering franchise. Allsop utilized his signature gritty, atmospheric style to depict the creature, emphasizing a monstrous and primal aesthetic that fits the traditional mechanical role of a Beast in the game. His illustration was received by the player base as a cohesive addition to the game's expansive visual lexicon, maintaining the high artistic standards expected for tokens distributed in these specialized sets.