Identify the 1995 Fourth Edition Goblin Balloon Brigade, card number 197 from Magic: The Gathering. This uncommon creature is a key piece for collectors tracking the early sets.
Goblin Balloon Brigade
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Fourth Edition
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Released in 1995, the Fourth Edition of Magic: The Gathering established the standard design language for the franchise. Within this foundational set, card number 197 represents the Goblin Balloon Brigade, an uncommon creature card featuring the work of artist Andi Rusu. As a Goblin Warrior with a mana cost of {R}, this card offers a unique gameplay mechanic that allows it to gain flying ability until the end of the turn for a single red mana. This versatility makes it a notable inclusion for collectors focused on the Red color identity and early creature designs. The flavor text adds a humorous layer to the character, reflecting the chaotic nature of the goblin faction within the game's lore. Collectors often seek out specific card numbers to complete their Fourth Edition sets, making this uncommon print a valuable target for completionists. Understanding the card's role in the 1995 release helps collectors appreciate its place in TCG history.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Goblin Balloon Brigade
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Andi Rusu
Card Stock
English
{R}
Creature — Goblin Warrior
1 / 1
R
Card Text
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{R}: This creature gains flying until end of turn.
"From up here we can drop rocks and arrows and more rocks!" "Uh, yeah boss, but how do we get down?"