Upstart Goblin

Maximum Gold: El Dorado MGED-EN146 • rare

Set: Maximum Gold: El Dorado
Printing code: MGED-EN146
Rarity: Rare
Card type: Spell

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$2.02market price via TCGplayer · Nov 6, 2026

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Lore

Why it matters

As a spell card, Upstart Goblin serves as a staple tool for thinning a deck, allowing players to exchange a card for a fresh draw while slightly increasing their opponent's life points. Its status as a rare card in this particular collection makes it a sought-after utility piece for those looking to refine their strategy and improve consistency during gameplay.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Upstart Goblin was originally introduced in the Magic Ruler expansion in 2002. As a Normal Spell card that allows the player to draw one card at the cost of giving the opponent 1000 Life Points, it became a staple in competitive Yu-Gi-Oh! play for its ability to thin the deck and increase consistency. Its design reflects the strategic trade-off mechanics common in early card game development, prioritizing speed over resource preservation.

The version from Maximum Gold: El Dorado, released in 2021, features the series' signature Premium Gold Rare treatment. This iteration was designed to provide players with a high-end, aesthetically distinct version of a legacy card. The artwork, which depicts a mischievous goblin-like creature surrounded by gold, was repurposed from the original card release to maintain the classic visual identity while updating the card frame to the matte-gold aesthetic favored by the set.

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