The 1998 Portal Second Age release with Goblin Lore, card #99. This Uncommon sorcery offers unique draw mechanics for Magic: The Gathering collectors.
Goblin Lore
1998 • Magic: The Gathering • Portal Second Age
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Card number 99 in this set is Goblin Lore, a sorcery spell that defines a specific strategic interaction for Red mana users. With a mana cost of two total mana, this card allows a player to draw four cards but immediately discard three at random. This high-variance effect creates a distinct playstyle, rewarding luck while providing a burst of card advantage that was characteristic of the Portal series' design philosophy. Goblin Lore is classified as an Uncommon rarity within the Portal Second Age catalog. The card was illustrated by D. Collectors often seek this card number to complete their Portal Second Age base set collections, as it represents a core mechanical component of the Red color identity in that era. The flavor text accompanying the card adds personality, reflecting the blunt and humorous nature of the Goblin voice. For enthusiasts of early Magic: The Gathering history, Portal Second Age holds a special place as a gateway product that simplified complex rules. Goblin Lore serves as a tangible piece of that transitional period. Whether you are building a nostalgic collection or analyzing the evolution of card design in the late 90s, this card offers insight into how the game balanced power and simplicity. The enduring appeal of Portal Second Age cards lies in their accessibility and the unique nostalgia they evoke for long-time players.
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Goblin Lore
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
D. Alexander Gregory
Card Stock
English
{1}{R}
Sorcery
R
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Draw four cards, then discard three cards at random.
"I done forgot more than you'll ever know, pipsqueak." "Yeah—that's your problem."














