Magic: The Gathering

Goblin Lackey

Secret Lair Drop 20 • rare

Set: Secret Lair Drop
Collector number: 20
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Red
Artist: Mike Uziel
Market price: $22.08

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Market

What it's worth

$22.08market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$22.08 – $23.79 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare card within this specialized series, Goblin Lackey serves as a quintessential example of how a familiar creature type can become a central engine in play. Collectors value this version for its unique presentation, which transforms a functional staple into a distinctive piece for any curated selection.

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Card face

What it does

Whenever this creature deals damage to a player, you may put a Goblin permanent card from your hand onto the battlefield.

"Danger" was supposed to be babysitting, so "Little Angel" became the newest member of the team.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Goblin Lackey originally debuted in the Urza's Legacy expansion in 1999, quickly becoming a staple of aggressive red decks due to its ability to cheat high-cost creatures into play. It remains one of the most recognizable and efficient early-game threats in the history of Magic: The Gathering, defined by its simple yet powerful mechanical impact on board state.

This specific iteration is part of the Secret Lair series, a line of premium, curated cards released by Wizards of the Coast. Featuring unique, alternative art, this version was designed to celebrate the character's legacy with a stylized aesthetic that departs from traditional fantasy art tropes. The drop was received as a nostalgic nod to long-term players, emphasizing the card's enduring popularity and iconic status within the community.

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Other printings

Every version of this card

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About

About Goblin Lackey

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