The Elvish Lyrist star foil from Magic: The Gathering Eighth Edition (2003) is a sought-after uncommon creature card featuring a unique star symbol treatment.
Elvish Lyrist
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Eighth Edition
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Released in 2003, the Magic: The Gathering Eighth Edition set remains a cornerstone for many collectors due to its comprehensive design and accessible entry point into the game. The Elvish Lyrist card, numbered 242★, stands out within this release as an Uncommon creature with a distinctive star foil treatment. This variation adds a layer of visual appeal to the standard black-bordered frame, making it a desirable piece for those focusing on parallel finishes or complete set building. As a one-mana Elf creature, Elvish Lyrist has long been a staple in green-heavy decks for its efficient ability to remove enchantments. Collectors often seek the star foil version of this card not just for its gameplay utility, but for the shimmering finish that distinguishes it from the common and uncommon non-foil prints. The artist Michael Koelsch brings the character to life with a style that defines the early 2000s aesthetic of Magic cards. Whether you are hunting for specific foil variants or looking to complete your Eighth Edition collection, this card represents a key piece of Magic trading card game history.
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Card Details
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Elvish Lyrist
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Michael Koelsch
Card Stock
English
Foil
{G}
Creature — Elf
1 / 1
G
Card Text
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{G}, {T}, Sacrifice this creature: Destroy target enchantment.
Each pluck of the strings breaks the hold of the unnatural on the world.