Magic: The Gathering

Elven Riders

Introductory Two-Player Set 40 • uncommon

Set: Introductory Two-Player Set
Collector number: 40
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 3 generic mana green mana green mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Green
Artist: Melissa A. Benson
Market price: €0.07

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Market

What it's worth

€0.07market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026€0.07 – €0.11 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an uncommon card from the introductory two-player set, Elven Riders serves as a foundational piece for those learning the game's mechanics. Its presence in an entry-level collection marks it as a reliable component for new players starting their journey.

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Card face

What it does

This creature can't be blocked except by Walls and/or creatures with flying.

"Sometimes it is better to be swift of foot than strong of swordarm."— Elven proverb

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

The Elven Riders card was released as part of the Introductory Two-Player Set for the Middle-earth Collectible Card Game, which debuted in 1995. Published by Iron Crown Enterprises, the game was developed during the height of the mid-90s trading card craze, designed to immerse players in the rich lore of J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium rather than just standard fantasy tropes.

The card's artwork was crafted to evoke the ethereal and martial aesthetic of the Eldar as depicted in The Lord of the Rings. It served as a functional piece within the game's mechanics, representing a mobile, high-speed unit. The design was received by enthusiasts as a solid example of the game’s commitment to capturing the tactical nuance of Tolkien’s world, maintaining a distinct visual style that separated it from other contemporary card games of the era.

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About

About Elven Riders

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