The 2003 Magic: The Gathering Eighth Edition Wood Elves card, numbered 289, is a staple green Elf Scout creature designed to accelerate land deployment during gameplay.
Wood Elves
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Eighth Edition
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Wood Elves, identified as card number 289 in the 2003 Magic: The Gathering Eighth Edition set, serves as a foundational green creature for many strategies. This Common card, illustrated by Christopher Moeller, is a 1/1 Elf Scout with a mana cost of {2}{G}. Its primary utility lies in its triggered ability: when this creature enters the battlefield, the controller may search their library for a basic Forest card, put it onto the battlefield, and then shuffle their library. This mechanic makes it a reliable tool for mana acceleration and card advantage in the early game. Collectors of vintage Magic cards often seek out Eighth Edition cards for their clean design and historical significance in the game's evolution. The card remains a recognizable piece of the brand's history, valued for its simple yet effective gameplay interaction. Whether you are completing a set or building a deck that relies on efficient land drops, this product represents a key component of the 2003 release.
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Card Details
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Wood Elves
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Christopher Moeller
Card Stock
English
{2}{G}
Creature — Elf Scout
1 / 1
G
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When this creature enters, search your library for a Forest card, put that card onto the battlefield, then shuffle.
Every branch a crossroads, every vine a swift steed.
