Godsire is the 170th card in Magic: The Gathering's 2008 Shards of Alara expansion, featuring the iconic Mythic Rare Beast creature.
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Shards of Alara
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Godsire, numbered 170, stands as a towering presence within the 2008 Shards of Alara expansion for Magic: The Gathering. As a Mythic Rare card, it represents one of the most powerful and sought-after creatures in the set, designed to dominate the battlefield with its sheer physical power and strategic utility. The card features artwork by Jim Murray, capturing the essence of a massive beast that commands respect in any game of Magic: The Gathering. In gameplay, Godsire functions as an eight-mana Beast creature with eight power and eight toughness, making it a formidable threat that is difficult to remove. Its abilities allow players to maintain board presence while generating additional resources. By paying its activated ability cost, a player can create an 8/8 Beast creature token that shares the card's red, green, and white color identity. This ability to produce such a powerful token makes Godsire a cornerstone for decks seeking to establish an immediate and overwhelming presence on the battlefield. The card's high mana cost and potent effects make it a memorable piece of the game's history, appealing to both competitive players and those who appreciate the artistry and strategy of the TCG. Whether used in constructed formats or casual games, Godsire offers a unique experience that highlights the complexity and depth of Magic: The Gathering.
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Godsire
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Jim Murray
Card Stock
English
{4}{R}{G}{G}{W}
Creature — Beast
8 / 8
G, R, W
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Vigilance {T}: Create an 8/8 Beast creature token that's red, green, and white.
"Lay sacrifice to the godsire that it may spare us, but save some for his progeny who also will hunger." —Syeena, elvish godtoucher
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