Ogre Taskmaster

Description

Ogre Taskmaster, numbered 112, is a foundational red creature from the 1998 Portal Second Age expansion. Designed by Wizards of the Coast, this set served as an accessible entry point into the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, focusing on simplified rules and straightforward gameplay for newcomers. As an uncommon card, Ogre Taskmaster features a mana cost of {3}{R} and represents a four-mana investment for a creature with 4 power and 3 toughness. Its primary limitation is a restriction that prevents it from blocking opponents, a design choice that encourages aggressive red strategies typical of the color's identity. For collectors, this card represents a significant piece of Magic history, marking an era when the game sought to broaden its audience through user-friendly designs. The Portal Second Age set remains a nostalgic cornerstone for veteran players and a key reference for those studying the evolution of the trading card game format. Whether building a vintage collection or exploring the roots of modern Magic mechanics, Ogre Taskmaster offers a tangible connection to the game's early accessibility initiatives.