The Elder Land Wurm is a rare white creature from Magic: The Gathering's 1995 Fourth Edition set, featuring unique defender and trample mechanics.
Elder Land Wurm
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Fourth Edition
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Introduced in the pivotal 1995 Fourth Edition set, the Elder Land Wurm stands as a defining white mana creature for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. Carrying card number 24 and marked with the set code 4ED, this rare card features artwork by Quinton Hoover and utilizes a standard layout typical of the era. As a Creature — Dragon Wurm, it commands a mana cost of {4}{W}{W}{W} with a power and toughness of 5/5, making it a substantial presence on the battlefield. The card’s strategic design offers a unique tactical advantage: it possesses both the defender keyword, preventing it from attacking, and trample, allowing excess damage to flow to the opponent if it is blocked. A special interaction occurs when the Elder Land Wurm blocks; upon doing so, it loses the defender restriction, transforming from a defensive wall into an aggressive threat. This dual nature appeals to collectors who appreciate the innovative game design of the mid-90s.
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Card Details
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Elder Land Wurm
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Quinton Hoover
Card Stock
English
{4}{W}{W}{W}
Creature — Dragon Wurm
5 / 5
W
Card Text
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Defender, trample When this creature blocks, it loses defender.
Sometimes it's best to let sleeping dragons lie.