Magic: The Gathering

Beast in Show

Unstable 103b • common

Set: Unstable
Collector number: 103b
Rarity: Common
Mana cost: 4 generic mana green mana green mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Green
Artist: Mike Burns
Market price: $0.06

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Market

What it's worth

$0.06market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$0.06 – $0.12 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a common card from the Unstable set, Beast in Show is a distinctive example of a series known for its experimental and lighthearted approach to gameplay. This card is a notable inclusion for collectors who appreciate the unique thematic identity and creative flair that defines this particular release.

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Card face

What it does

Trample

"We've not seen one of these on the podium for many seasons. Such magnificent posture and the perfect amount of telltale odor."

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyNot legal
VintageNot legal
CommanderNot legal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerNot legal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Beast in Show was released in 2017 as part of the Unstable set for Magic: The Gathering, the third silver-bordered expansion designed for casual play rather than tournament legality. The set, led by Mark Rosewater, focused on experimental mechanics and meta-humor, allowing the design team to explore unconventional interactions that would not function within the standard rules framework of the game.

The card features an illustration by Nils Hamm, who chose to depict a whimsical, monstrous creature presented in a satirical blue-ribbon style. The artwork leans into the 'Un-set' aesthetic of blending surreal fantasy with lighthearted parody, capturing the spirit of a chaotic creature being showcased in a formal competition. The card was well-received by fans of the game for its ability to generate humorous board states and its unique, non-traditional design philosophy.

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About

About Beast in Show

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