Goblin Javelineer

Description

Goblin Javelineer, card number 144 in the 2021 Adventures in the Forgotten Realms set, is a red common creature card in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Illustrated by Mike Jordana, this foil release depicts a 1/1 Goblin Warrior with the Haste ability, allowing it to attack or use activated abilities the turn it enters the battlefield. Its mana cost is a single red mana, making it an efficient early-game unit for red-based strategies. The card’s primary mechanic is a triggered ability that activates whenever Goblin Javelineer becomes blocked. Upon being blocked, it deals one damage to the specific creature blocking it. This defensive utility adds strategic depth to the goblin archetype, turning a seemingly vulnerable 1/1 body into a potential blocker that can trade favorably or disrupt opponent strategies. The flavor text accompanying the card, "Hate gets you only so far. A pointy stick can close the rest of the distance," captures the aggressive and chaotic nature of goblin warfare in the Forgotten Realms setting. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out foil versions of common cards like Goblin Javelineer for their aesthetic appeal and the shimmering finish that contrasts with the standard nonfoil print. The Adventures in the Forgotten Realms expansion bridges the iconic D&D universe with the TCG, making cards like this a popular choice for crossover fans and TCG enthusiasts alike. Whether you are building a tribal goblin deck or simply appreciate the artwork and mechanics of the set, this card offers a solid piece of the 2021 release.