Ravenous Rats is card #87 from the 1998 Portal Second Age expansion of Magic: The Gathering, featuring a classic creature with a disruptive entry ability.
Ravenous Rats
1998 • Magic: The Gathering • Portal Second Age
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Released in 1998, Ravenous Rats serves as card number 87 in the Portal Second Age set, a pivotal entry in the Magic: The Gathering franchise designed to welcome new players. As a one-black mana Common creature, this Rat offers immediate board impact by forcing a target opponent to discard a card upon entering the battlefield. This straightforward effect makes it a staple in early-game strategies, embodying the accessible yet strategic design philosophy that defined the Portal series. Collectors often seek this card to complete the base set, appreciating its role in the game's history and Edward P. Beard, Jr.'s distinct illustration style. For investors and hobbyists alike, Portal Second Age remains a significant chapter in TCG evolution, and Ravenous Rats represents a tangible piece of that legacy. Whether you are building a vintage collection or exploring classic formats, this card provides a direct connection to the game's foundational mechanics. The Portal Second Age release continues to attract attention for its clean ruleset and nostalgic value, making cards like Ravenous Rats essential for any serious Magic: The Gathering archive.
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Ravenous Rats
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Edward P. Beard, Jr.
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}
Creature — Rat
1 / 1
B
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When this creature enters, target opponent discards a card.