Spikeshot Goblin

Spikeshot Goblin was first introduced in the 2003 Magic: The Gathering expansion Mirrodin, designed to showcase the set's heavy emphasis on artifact synergy and equipment. The card was illustrated by Jeremy Jarvis, who sought to capture the scrappy, inventive nature of the Goblins from this plane. The character is depicted wielding a specialized mechanical launcher, a design choice that reflects the aesthetic of Mirrodin, where organic life was increasingly integrated with metal and machinery.

The version from The List, marked with the collector number A25-152, represents a later curation by Wizards of the Coast. The List was established as a recurring feature in Set Boosters, allowing players to encounter reprints from throughout the game's long history. This specific card serves as a thematic nod to the Goblin creature type, remaining a recognizable example of early 2000s common-rarity design that balances flavor with straightforward damage-dealing mechanics.