This 2008 Magic: The Gathering Eventide foil rare, card number 145, features the red and white enchantment Rise of the Hobgoblins. It is a key piece for collectors completing the set.
Rise of the Hobgoblins
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Eventide
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As a rare enchantment, this card stands out for its dual-colored mana cost, requiring both red and white resources to cast. This hybrid nature makes it a versatile tool for players navigating the game's strategic landscape, offering the ability to create Goblin Soldier creature tokens based on a chosen value X. Additionally, it provides a tactical advantage by granting first strike to controlled red and white creatures, a mechanic that can turn the tide of combat. For collectors, this foil version of Rise of the Hobgoblins represents a tangible piece of the Eventide era. The shimmering finish enhances the card's visual appeal, making it a desirable addition to any collection of Magic: The Gathering foil rares. Whether you are focused on completing a full set of Eventide cards or seeking specific foil parallels for investment, this card offers significant collector value. The artwork, created by Jeff Miracola, adds to the card's charm, depicting the flavor text's reference to a river even the merrow dare not cross. By focusing on catalog-identity facts, we help collectors navigate the vast world of trading cards with confidence. This card is not just a gameplay asset but also a collectible item that reflects the artistic and mechanical diversity of the Eventide set. Collectors often seek out foil cards for their durability and aesthetic superiority, and this rare enchantment fits that criteria perfectly. Its ability to generate tokens and enhance creature strategies ensures it remains relevant in casual play, while its foil status keeps it attractive for long-term collection building.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Rise of the Hobgoblins
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Jeff Miracola
Card Stock
English
Foil
{R/W}{R/W}
Enchantment
R, W
Card Text
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When this enchantment enters, you may pay {X}. If you do, create X 1/1 red and white Goblin Soldier creature tokens. {R/W}: Red creatures and white creatures you control gain first strike until end of turn.
A river even the merrow dare not cross.






