The 1999 Magic: The Gathering Starter set card Goblin Lore (#104). This uncommon sorcery offers significant card advantage through its unique draw-and-discard mechanic.
Goblin Lore
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Starter
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Goblin Lore is a distinctive uncommon sorcery from the 1999 Magic: The Gathering Starter set, identified by card number 104. Played for a single red mana, this card allows players to draw four cards before discarding three at random. This high-variance effect makes it a memorable inclusion for collectors who appreciate early design experimentation in the franchise's history. The card features artwork by D. Alexander Gregory, capturing the whimsical tone of the Starter series. For enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this release represents a foundational piece of early 2000s collectible card culture. Collectors often seek out cards like Goblin Lore to complete their Starter set collections or to study the evolution of game mechanics over time. The card's red color identity and mana value of 2 define its place in the game's early resource structure. Its flavor text adds character, reflecting the mischievous nature of goblins in the Magic universe. Whether you are building a vintage collection or researching card design history, this uncommon card offers a tangible connection to the game's past.
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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."
