Rag Man

Description

Released in 1995 as part of the foundational Fourth Edition, the Magic: The Gathering Rag Man (Card #155) is a distinct black Rare creature. Designed by Daniel Gelon, this card features the type line Creature — Human Minion and carries a mana cost of {2}{B}{B}. With a power and toughness of 2/1, it serves as a thematic unit rather than a frontline attacker. The card’s primary appeal lies in its unique activated ability, which allows a player to force an opponent to reveal their hand and discard a random creature card, but only during the active player's turn. This mechanic provides a specific form of interaction that differs from standard discard spells. As a staple of early Magic: The Gathering history, the Rag Man holds a nostalgic place in the Fourth Edition set. Collectors often seek this card number to complete their base set collections or to explore the design evolution of early creature types. Its straightforward rules text and iconic flavor text make it a recognizable piece for enthusiasts of the game's first era.