Magic: The Gathering

Dragon Broodmother

The List ARB-53 • mythic

Set: The List
Collector number: ARB-53
Rarity: Mythic
Mana cost: 2 generic mana red mana red mana red mana green mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Green · Red
Artist: Jaime Jones
Market price: $5.15

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Market

What it's worth

$5.15market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$4.54 – $5.90 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This mythic card stands out as a highly sought-after piece due to its inclusion in a specialized selection of cards known as The List. Its presence in this collection marks it as a rare and significant acquisition for those looking to round out their library with iconic representations of the game's high-fantasy creatures.

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Card face

What it does

Flying

At the beginning of each upkeep, create a 1/1 red and green Dragon creature token with flying and devour 2. (As the token enters, you may sacrifice any number of creatures. It enters with twice that many +1/+1 counters on it.)

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Dragon Broodmother originally debuted in the 2009 Alara Reborn expansion, representing the culmination of the Shards of Alara block. The card was designed to embody the predatory, resource-hungry nature of Jund, one of the five thematic shards in the set. Its mechanics focus on the creation of dragon tokens, reflecting the lore of a world where survival depends on constant growth and aggressive expansion.

The artwork, illustrated by Raymond Swanland, is celebrated for its kinetic energy and intense, painterly aesthetic. Swanland’s style, characterized by jagged lines and dramatic lighting, highlights the Broodmother's formidable presence. Within the Magic: The Gathering community, the card is frequently regarded as a quintessential Jund finisher, praised for its ability to dominate a board state if left unchecked by opponents.

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Other printings

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About

About Dragon Broodmother

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