Groundbreaker
The List PLC-148 • rare
- Set
- The List
- Collector number
- PLC-148
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- green mana green mana green mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- Matt Cavotta
- Market price
- $1.64
What it does
Trample, haste
At the beginning of the end step, sacrifice this creature.
The earth's memory is long, its retribution brief.
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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Where it came from
Groundbreaker was originally introduced in the Magic: The Gathering expansion Planar Chaos in 2007. As part of the color-shifted cycle, the card reimagined the mechanics of the iconic creature Ball Lightning within the green color identity, reflecting the set's theme of an alternate reality where the fundamental nature of magic had shifted. It was designed to provide aggressive, fast-paced play for green decks that typically emphasized ramp and late-game power.
The card features artwork by Kev Walker, a prolific illustrator known for his dynamic and visceral portrayals of creatures throughout the game's history. His work on this piece captures the chaotic, earth-shaking nature of the creature as it charges toward the opponent. Upon its release, it was noted by players for its efficiency and its departure from traditional green playstyles, securing its place as a distinctive piece of MTG history when it was later included in 'The List', a recurring selection of cards curated for inclusion in Set Boosters.
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