Spiked Baloth

Description

The 2012 Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2013 release includes the foil Spiked Baloth card, designated as number 192 in the M13 set. This creature card represents a staple green mana option for players building aggressive or midrange decks. As a Beast with a mana value of four, it requires three green mana to cast, fitting neatly into standard one-drop to four-drop curves common in the format. Spiked Baloth brings significant power to the battlefield, boasting a 4/4 stat line that demands immediate attention from opponents. The card's most defining feature is its Trample ability, which allows excess combat damage to bypass blockers and strike the defending player or planeswalker directly. This mechanic makes it particularly effective against decks that rely on swarming with small blockers to stall the game. For collectors, the foil finish adds a distinct visual appeal to this common rarity card. The product identity remains consistent across all copies, ensuring that every example retains the same gameplay utility and collectible status. This card continues to be a relevant choice for casual play and constructed formats where efficient green creatures are needed.