War Elephant is card number 11 from the 1993 Magic: The Gathering Arabian Nights expansion, featuring the Trample and Banding abilities.
War Elephant
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Arabian Nights
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The War Elephant is a distinctive white mana creature from the 1993 Magic: The Gathering Arabian Nights set. As card number 11 in the collection, this Common rarity card offers collectors a tangible piece of TCG history. The card features a mana cost of {3}{W} and possesses a power and toughness of 2/2. Its gameplay is defined by two key mechanics: Trample, which allows excess damage to hit the opponent if blocked, and Banding, which lets you control how combat damage is divided among blocking creatures. This combination makes the War Elephant a unique strategic option in casual play and specific format constructions. Kristen Bishop’s artwork brings the mythical beast to life, capturing the exotic theme of the Arabian Nights expansion. For collectors, owning a copy of this card is a nod to the early days of Magic, where simple mechanics created deep strategic possibilities. The card remains a favorite for those who appreciate the foundational design of the game. Whether you are building a vintage collection or simply admire the lore of the Arabian Nights, the War Elephant holds a special place in the hearts of Magic players. It represents an era when creativity in card design was at its peak. Adding this card to your collection connects you with the rich legacy of Magic: The Gathering. It is a staple for fans of the white mana color identity and those who enjoy the strategic depth of the Banding mechanic. The card's enduring appeal lies in its straightforward yet powerful abilities that have influenced game design for decades.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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War Elephant
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Kristen Bishop
Card Stock
English
{3}{W}
Creature — Elephant
2 / 2
W
Card Text
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Trample; banding (Any creatures with banding, and up to one without, can attack in a band. Bands are blocked as a group. If any creatures with banding you control are blocking or being blocked by a creature, you divide that creature's combat damage, not its controller, among any of the creatures it's being blocked by or is blocking.)
"When elephants fight it is the grass that suffers." —Kikuyu Proverb