The Pummeler for Hire is an Uncommon Giant Mercenary from the 2026 Lorwyn Eclipsed expansion, featuring unique Ward mechanics and life-gain abilities.
Pummeler for Hire
2026 • Magic: The Gathering • Lorwyn Eclipsed
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The Pummeler for Hire, card number 190 from the Lorwyn Eclipsed set, stands as a formidable presence in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Released in 2026, this Uncommon creature embodies the Giant Mercenary subtype with a mana cost of {4}{G} and a power/toughness of 4/4. The card, illustrated by Steve Ellis, introduces strategic depth through its Vigilance and Reach traits, ensuring it can block effectively while remaining a defensive threat on the battlefield. Its Ward {2} ability provides a layer of protection, forcing opponents to pay a resource cost to remove it, while its enters-the-battlefield trigger allows players to gain life based on the greatest power among Giants they control. This synergy makes it a valuable addition to decks focusing on the Giant tribe or life-total strategies. For investors and hobbyists, cards from this era of Magic: The Gathering often hold significant nostalgic and mechanical interest. As you build your collection, securing key pieces like this one ensures you have access to unique gameplay options. The distinct identity of the Lorwyn Eclipsed series makes it a priority for completists, and Pummeler for Hire is an essential component for those seeking to master the Giant Mercenary archetype.
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Pummeler for Hire
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Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Steve Ellis
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English
{4}{G}
Creature — Giant Mercenary
4 / 4
G
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Vigilance, reach Ward {2} (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.) When this creature enters, you gain X life, where X is the greatest power among Giants you control.