The Great Goblin is a legendary Goblin Noble card from the 2026 Magic: The Gathering The Hobbit set, offering strategic value through counter and exile mechanics.
The Great Goblin
2026 • Magic: The Gathering • The Hobbit
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The Great Goblin, card number 158 from the 2026 Magic: The Gathering The Hobbit set, brings a distinct strategic identity to the table as a Legendary Creature with the Goblin Noble subtype. Designed by Miklós Ligeti, this card operates within the black and red mana colors, requiring a mana cost of {1}{B/R}{B/R} to cast. Its three mana value makes it a relatively efficient inclusion for decks focused on goblin synergies. The card’s mechanics offer dual utility for collectors and players alike. When counters are placed on your Goblins, Orcs, or Armies, The Great Goblin deals two damage to a target opponent, providing immediate board impact. Additionally, when other friendly Goblins, Orcs, or Armies die, you may exile the top card of your library and play it until the end of your next turn, creating powerful replay value. This combination of damage and card advantage makes The Great Goblin a compelling piece for those building thematic decks or completing the broader The Hobbit collection. For enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this release represents a unique intersection of fantasy lore and complex gameplay. The product appeals to those who appreciate detailed creature types and interactive mechanics. Whether you are assembling a full set or seeking specific cards to enhance your strategy, The Great Goblin stands out as a key component of the 2026 expansion.
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Card Details
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The Great Goblin
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Miklós Ligeti
Card Stock
English
{1}{B/R}{B/R}
Legendary Creature — Goblin Noble
3 / 2
B, R
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Whenever you put one or more counters on a Goblin, Orc, or Army you control, The Great Goblin deals 2 damage to target opponent. Whenever another Goblin, Orc, or Army you control dies, exile the top card of your library. You may play it until the end of your next turn.
