Redwood Treefolk

Redwood Treefolk first appeared in the Seventh Edition of the Magic: The Gathering core set, released in 2001. As a core set release, it was designed to serve as a foundational card within the game's evolving ecosystem, bridging the gap between earlier expansions and the modern era of the game's mechanics. The creature type Treefolk was a staple of the green color identity, emphasizing the themes of nature, stability, and enduring growth that have characterized the game's aesthetic since its inception.

The illustration for this specific printing was created by the artist Una Fricker. Her approach focused on the textured, anthropomorphic nature of the creature, aiming to capture the imposing and ancient quality inherent to the treefolk archetype. Upon its release, the card was received as a functional, straightforward common intended primarily for limited play environments, fitting seamlessly into the established visual language of the game during the transition into the new millennium.