Lesser Gargadon
Eighth Edition 199★ • uncommon
- Set
- Eighth Edition
- Collector number
- 199★
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana red mana red mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Rob Alexander
- Finish
- Foil
What it does
Whenever this creature attacks or blocks, sacrifice a land.
"In some cultures, elephants are ridden by those in power. I don't think a mere elephant would even be noticed in Keld."— Onean sergeant
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
Lesser Gargadon was introduced to the Magic: The Gathering card game as a common creature in the Eighth Edition core set, released in 2003. As a core set entry, the card served to provide players with a straightforward, aggressive red creature that fit into the established mechanical framework of the time. The card was designed to be a functional staple for limited play environments, offering a classic 'beater' role that players could easily understand and utilize within their decks.
The artwork for this version was provided by Daren Bader, a prolific illustrator whose work defined much of the aesthetic of early 2000s Magic. Bader leaned into the monstrous, reptilian anatomy of the Gargadon, utilizing a textured, earthy color palette that emphasized its place in the game's creature hierarchy. While the card is a modest piece within the vast history of the game, it is frequently cited by collectors for its iconic representation of the 'Big Red' creature archetype that has persisted throughout the game's evolution.
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About Lesser Gargadon
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