Loathsome Catoblepas

Description

Loathsome Catoblepas, designated as card number 95 in the 2013 Theros expansion, represents a distinct entry in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This common rarity creature card is a Beast type, requiring a mana cost of five black and one green mana to cast. Its six mana value places it in the mid-game range, appealing to players who build decks around color identity mechanics involving both black and green resources. The card’s design includes a foil treatment that distinguishes it within the standard print run, offering a tactile and visual variation for enthusiasts of the Theros block. Created by artist Christopher Burdett, the card maintains the aesthetic standards of its era while providing unique gameplay utility. The mechanics allow players to force an opponent's creature to block it if able, costing two green mana to activate. Furthermore, upon leaving the battlefield, it provides a powerful effect by reducing the power and toughness of a targeted opponent's creature by three until the end of the turn. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering, this card serves as a tangible piece of the Theros era. The combination of its specific card number, set origin, and foil finish makes it a notable item for those curating comprehensive collections of modern TCG artifacts.