Magic: The Gathering

Merry Bards

Wilds of Eldraine 140 • common

Set: Wilds of Eldraine
Collector number: 140
Rarity: Common
Mana cost: 2 generic mana red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Red
Artist: Iris Compiet
Market price: $0.11

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$0.11market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.06 – $0.11 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a common creature from the Wilds of Eldraine set, Merry Bards captures the whimsical tone of its source material through the distinct artistic style of Iris Compiet. While its common rarity makes it an accessible addition to a collection, it remains a charming example of how thematic card design can ground a narrative within the game's broader setting.

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What it does

When this creature enters, you may pay 1 generic mana. When you do, create a Young Hero Role token attached to target creature you control. (If you control another Role on it, put that one into the graveyard. Enchanted creature has "Whenever this creature attacks, if its toughness is 3 or less, put a +1/+1 counter on it.")

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardLegal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Merry Bards was released in 2023 as part of the Wilds of Eldraine expansion for Magic: The Gathering. The set draws heavy inspiration from classic European fairy tales and folklore, reimagining these tropes within the game's multiverse. Designed as a common creature card, it serves to reinforce the set's thematic focus on whimsy, adventure, and the chaotic joy associated with woodland fey and storytellers.

The card features artwork by the acclaimed fantasy illustrator Iris Compiet, known for her distinctive work on faeries and folklore. Compiet's style leans into an organic, ethereal aesthetic that perfectly captures the playful yet slightly unsettling nature of the Bards. Her contribution was well-received by fans of the game for providing a sense of depth and authentic folkloric charm that distinguishes the visual identity of the Eldraine set.

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