Goblin Bombardment

Goblin Bombardment was originally released in the Tempest expansion in 1997, designed as a potent enchantment that rewards players for sacrificing their own creatures to deal direct damage. The card quickly became a cornerstone of red-based strategies, particularly in combo decks that utilize expendable token creatures to pressure opponents or clear the battlefield. Its mechanical efficiency made it a perennial favorite in formats like Commander, where its ability to trigger upon death consistently provides significant tactical utility.

The specific version for the Store Championships, featuring artwork by Jeff Laubenstein, reimagines the classic card with a refined aesthetic that honors the chaotic nature of goblin weaponry. Laubenstein, a prolific artist in the early days of Magic: The Gathering, utilized a bold, illustrative style that captures the destructive spirit of the card's effect. This particular printing was issued as a promotional reward, intended to celebrate the local hobby shops that foster the game's community, and it is highly regarded by collectors for its distinct visual update and limited availability.