Keep Out

Keep Out was released as part of the Lorwyn block for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, specifically within the Lorwyn Eclipsed expansion. Designed by Wizards of the Coast, this common-rarity instant card reflects the set's thematic focus on the folkloric and pastoral elements of Lorwyn, a plane defined by its idyllic meadows and shifting seasons. The card was created to provide players with a specific tactical interaction within the game's evolving mechanics during the late 2000s.

The card's striking visual style is the work of fantasy illustrator Ron Spencer, known for his dynamic and occasionally visceral approach to character design. His rendering of the card's effect captures the whimsical yet guarded nature of the Lorwyn setting, balancing the game's high-fantasy requirements with the specific artistic direction mandated for the set. Upon release, it became a standard inclusion for deck-builders focusing on common-set utility, appreciated for both its technical function and its distinct aesthetic contribution to the expansion.