Topiary Stomper

Description

The 2022 Topiary Stomper stands as a distinct entry in the Magic Online Promos set, identified by card number 99711. This rare foil creature card introduces a Plant Dinosaur with a mana cost of {1}{G}{G} and a power and toughness of 4/4. Designed by Anato Finnstark, the card offers strategic depth through its specific abilities, making it a notable piece for fans of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Topiary Stomper brings immediate board presence with its vigilant nature, allowing it to attack without tapping. Upon entering the battlefield, it provides significant value by allowing the controller to search their library for a basic land card, place it onto the battlefield tapped, and then shuffle their library. This land-fetching ability supports deck consistency and mana development in the early game phases. However, the card’s full offensive potential is gated by a specific condition: it cannot attack or block unless the controller controls seven or more lands. This high land requirement encourages a specific mana base strategy, rewarding players who have successfully ramped their resources. Collectors of Magic Online Promos cards often seek out rare foil treatments for their visual appeal and scarcity within the promo series. The combination of a unique creature type, such as the Plant Dinosaur subtype, and complex triggered abilities makes this card interesting for both gameplay and display. Its status as a rare print adds to its desirability among enthusiasts who appreciate the intricate mechanics and thematic elements of the Magic: The Gathering universe. Whether building a themed collection or studying unique card designs, the Topiary Stomper represents a specific moment in the game's online promotional history.