Mogg Sentry

Mogg Sentry was originally introduced to the Magic: The Gathering card game in the Stronghold expansion of 1998, but this specific iteration appears in the Ninth Edition core set released in 2005. The core sets were designed to serve as an accessible entry point for new players while providing a repository for essential mechanics, often featuring reprints of cards that had previously defined specific tactical niches. Its inclusion in Ninth Edition marked a period where the game's aesthetic and mechanical framework were being consolidated for broader distribution.

The artwork for this version was provided by Greg Staples, an illustrator known for his atmospheric and gritty contributions to the game's visual identity. Staples focused on conveying the chaotic and opportunistic nature of the Goblins, a staple creature type in the game's lore. The card's design, which grants the creature a significant power boost when its controller has no other creatures, reflects the aggressive and often reckless 'red' color philosophy that rewards players for depleting their resources quickly.