Magic: The Gathering

Monstrous Growth

Seventh Edition 258★ • common

Set: Seventh Edition
Collector number: 258★
Rarity: Common
Mana cost: 1 generic mana green mana
Type: Sorcery
Colors: Green
Artist: Ron Spencer
Finish: Foil

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Lore

Why it matters

As a common sorcery, this card represents a fundamental piece of utility that remains accessible to players across many decks. Its presence in this set, enhanced by the distinct style of its illustrator, makes it a reliable staple for those looking to bolster their forces on the battlefield.

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What it does

Target creature gets +4/+4 until end of turn.

Get in touch with your inner monster.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Monstrous Growth debuted in the Mirage expansion in 1996 and became a staple of green color identity in Magic: The Gathering. As a sorcery that provides a significant power and toughness boost for a low mana cost, it was designed to represent the primal, explosive nature of nature-themed decks, functioning as a classic 'pump spell' that rewards players for committing to the board.

The Seventh Edition printing, released in 2001, marked a significant aesthetic shift for the game as it featured the first core set with a modernized card frame and revamped art direction. Illustrating this version, Ron Spencer utilized his signature visceral, high-contrast style to depict the card's effect. His interpretation was well-received by players for its grounded, gritty fantasy aesthetic, which helped move the core set away from its earlier, more whimsical artistic roots.

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