The Giant Ankheg (CLB 233) from Magic: The Gathering's Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate, a formidable 8/8 Insect creature designed for Commander play.
Giant Ankheg
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate
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The Giant Ankheg, card number 233 in the Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate set, stands as a powerful presence in Magic: The Gathering's Commander format. Released in 2022, this green card features an imposing mana cost of {6}{G}{G} and delivers an 8/8 body, making it a significant threat on the battlefield. For players, the Giant Ankheg provides critical board presence with its Trample ability, allowing excess damage to reach opponents. Its Ward {2} mechanic adds a layer of strategic depth, protecting it from targeted removal unless the opponent pays the cost. Additionally, the card boosts your entire army by granting Trample and Ward {2} to other creatures you control, synergizing well with aggressive strategies. This versatility makes it a valuable addition to any Commander deck looking to dominate the game. Collectors appreciate the card for its intricate artwork and its role in bridging the gap between fantasy literature and tabletop gaming.
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Giant Ankheg
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Dave Kendall
Card Stock
English
{6}{G}{G}
Creature — Insect
8 / 8
G
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Trample Ward {2} (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.) Other creatures you control have trample and ward {2}.