Ashmouth Hound

Description

The Ashmouth Hound foil card from the 2011 Magic: The Gathering Innistrad set (#128) captures the gothic horror aesthetic that defined this era of the trading card game. Created by artist Daarken, this Common rarity Creature — Elemental Dog brings a unique mechanical presence to the table. With a mana cost of {1}{R} and a power/toughness of 2/1, it serves as an efficient early-game threat. The card’s rules text grants it a defensive capability: whenever it blocks or becomes blocked by a creature, it deals 1 damage to that blocking creature. This ability makes it a tricky opponent to remove without taking damage in return. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out specific foils from the Innistrad expansion due to their nostalgic value and visual appeal. The red mana symbol indicates its affiliation with the aggressive strategies of the time. For those building collections based on set completion or specific creature types, the Ashmouth Hound foil represents a distinct piece of TCG history. Its combination of thematic design and functional gameplay makes it a notable entry for enthusiasts of the Innistrad block.