Goblin War Drums
Fifth Edition 237 • common
- Set
- Fifth Edition
- Collector number
- 237
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana red mana
- Type
- Enchantment
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Dan Frazier
- Market price
- $0.54
What it does
Creatures you control have menace. (They can't be blocked except by two or more creatures.)
"Goblins charge with a deafening war cry. The cry doesn't mean anything—it just drowns out the drums!"— Reod Dai, mercenary
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Goblin War Drums originated in the Homelands expansion of Magic: The Gathering in 1995 before being reprinted in the Fifth Edition core set as card number 237. The card was designed to mechanically represent the chaotic, morale-boosting presence of goblins on a battlefield by making them more difficult for an opponent to block effectively. It reflects the thematic focus of the Homelands set, which drew heavily on traditional fantasy tropes and folklore-inspired creature types.
The artwork for the card was created by artist Quinton Hoover, whose distinct, painterly style was a staple of the game's early years. Hoover's depiction focuses on the frenetic and rhythmic nature of goblin culture, utilizing a vibrant palette to emphasize the raucous energy of the drums. Upon its release, the card was widely recognized by players for its utility in red-aligned aggressive decks, becoming a functional classic that remained relevant across multiple core set releases.
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