Saproling

The Saproling token, featured as card number 11 in the Commander Anthology Volume II set released in 2018, represents a fundamental element of Magic: The Gathering gameplay. In the lore of the game, Saprolings are fungal life forms frequently generated by green-aligned cards to swarm the battlefield. This specific token design was compiled for the anthology to provide players with the necessary accessories for decks included in the boxed set, such as those relying on the 'Nemesis' or 'Sultai' themes.

The design follows the long-standing tradition of token illustration, which often shifts to match the aesthetic of the expansion sets being represented. These tokens are functional components intended to clarify the board state, typically featuring a blend of organic and vegetative imagery consistent with the creature type's artistic identity. As with most token cards, this iteration was designed by Wizards of the Coast to be both a utilitarian tool for complex board states and a piece of collectible ephemera for players invested in the Commander format.