Thundering Wurm is a rare green creature card from Magic: The Gathering's 1997 Portal expansion, numbered 189 and illustrated by Paolo Parente.
Thundering Wurm
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Portal
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Released in 1997 as part of the Portal expansion, Thundering Wurm (card number 189) remains a recognizable presence in Magic: The Gathering history. This rare green creature card features a mana cost of {2}{G} and boasts a formidable 4/4 power and toughness profile. The card’s defining trait lies in its entry trigger: players must sacrifice the Wurm upon entering the battlefield unless they discard a land card. This unique design choice forces difficult decisions early in the game, balancing its immediate board presence with long-term resource management. Collectors often seek out Thundering Wurm for its nostalgic value and its role in the foundational era of the trading card game. Whether you are building a retro collection or studying the evolution of game balance, this card offers a tangible piece of Magic’s early legacy.
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Thundering Wurm
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Paolo Parente
Card Stock
English
{2}{G}
Creature — Wurm
4 / 4
G
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When this creature enters, sacrifice it unless you discard a land card.