Hobgoblin Captain

Description

The Hobgoblin Captain, designated as card number 183, is a distinctive Goblin Barbarian from the 2022 Magic: The Gathering set Alchemy Horizons: Baldur's Gate. Released under the set code HBG, this Common rarity card offers a unique mechanical interaction that appeals to players and collectors of the Alchemy digital platform. Designed by Karl Kopinski, the card brings a specific tactical element to the game through its printed ability. In gameplay, the Hobgoblin Captain costs one generic mana and one red mana to cast, resulting in a mana value of two. As a 3/1 creature, it provides an efficient early-game presence for aggressive strategies. Its primary value lies in its ability, Pack tactics, which triggers whenever the card attacks. If you have attacked with other creatures that have a combined total power of six or greater in that same combat, the Hobgoblin Captain gains first strike until the end of the turn. This mechanic encourages players to build coordinated attacks, rewarding deck construction that includes multiple low-power goblins or aggressive units. Collectors of the Alchemy Horizons set often seek out this card for its thematic connection to the Baldur's Gate universe. While the digital format distinguishes it from traditional paper releases, the card retains the core identity of the Magic: The Gathering brand. Whether building a Goblin tribal deck or exploring the digital landscape of Alchemy, this card represents a solid component of the set's creature lineup. Its ability to shift the momentum of combat through first strike makes it a functional and interesting addition to any collection focused on the Alchemy Horizons series.