The 2001 Magic: The Gathering Odyssey set card Obstinate Familiar. Card number 210 offers a unique gameplay effect for collectors.
Obstinate Familiar
2001 • Magic: The Gathering • Odyssey
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Obstinate Familiar, identified as card number 210 in the Odyssey expansion, remains a distinct piece of Magic: The Gathering history for dedicated collectors. Released in 2001, this creature card introduces a strategic twist by allowing the holder to skip a card draw in exchange for a specific tactical advantage. Collectors often seek out specific numbers within the set to complete their collections or to appreciate the artistic contributions of Terese Nielsen, who illustrated this release. The card’s identity as a rare Lizard creature adds to its appeal among those who catalog the diverse cast of characters within the Odyssey universe. For investors and hobbyists alike, owning a piece of this release connects them to a pivotal era of trading card game development. The enduring legacy of the Odyssey set ensures that cards like Obstinate Familiar remain relevant in discussions about TCG design and collector value. As part of the broader Magic: The Gathering ecosystem, this product represents a tangible link to the game's rich lore and mechanical depth.
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Obstinate Familiar
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Terese Nielsen
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English
{R}
Creature — Lizard
1 / 1
R
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If you would draw a card, you may skip that draw instead.
"Lizards make excellent familiars. They never know when they've lost." —Matoc, lavamancer
