Goblin Balloon Brigade is card #154 from the 1993 Limited Edition Beta set, featuring artwork by Andi Rusu and the ability to gain flying.
Goblin Balloon Brigade
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Beta
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Goblin Balloon Brigade stands as a distinctive creature from the 1993 Limited Edition Beta set, serving as card number 154 in the original Magic: The Gathering release. Illustrated by Andi Rusu, this Uncommon card introduces a whimsical yet strategic element to the early game design. Players can pay {R} to grant this Goblin Warrior flying until the end of the turn, allowing it to bypass ground-based blockers with ease. The flavor text captures the chaotic nature of the goblins, highlighting their reliance on balloons for both offense and escape. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often seek out Limited Edition Beta examples for their historical significance. As part of the original run, this card represents a foundational era for the franchise. The product appeals to set builders aiming to complete the Limited Edition Beta collection, as well as fans of the Goblin tribe who appreciate its unique mechanics. The card's low mana cost and versatile ability make it a recognizable piece of TCG history. The combination of Andi Rusu’s illustration and the card's functional design makes it a notable addition for any serious collector of vintage trading card games.
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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?"