Magic: The Gathering

Goblin Warchief

Duel Decks: Elves vs. Goblins 42 • uncommon

Set: Duel Decks: Elves vs. Goblins
Collector number: 42
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 1 generic mana red mana red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Red
Artist: Greg Hildebrandt & Tim Hildebrandt
Market price: $2.43

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$2.43market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$1.40 – $2.43 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This creature card, identified as number 42 from its set, stands out as an uncommon addition to any collection. Its role on the tabletop is to bolster the speed and efficiency of your forces, making it a functional and prized inclusion for those who enjoy focused, aggressive playstyles.

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Card face

What it does

Goblin spells you cast cost 1 generic mana less to cast.

Goblins you control have haste.

They poured from the Skirk Ridge like lava, burning and devouring everything in their path.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Goblin Warchief was originally released in the 2003 Scourge expansion, designed as a powerful tribal lord that grants haste and a mana discount to Goblins. Its inclusion in the 2007 Duel Decks: Elves vs. Goblins set served as a centerpiece for the Goblins deck, highlighting the aggressive, rapid-deployment playstyle that defines the creature type within Magic: The Gathering.

The artwork for this specific version was created by the renowned fantasy illustrators Greg and Tim Hildebrandt. Known for their work on the Star Wars posters and various Tolkien-themed illustrations, the brothers brought a classic, high-fantasy aesthetic to the card. Their depiction emphasizes the imposing, chaotic nature of the Warchief, reinforcing the card's role as a tactical commander on the battlefield.

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About Goblin Warchief

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