The Garbage Elemental foil from Magic: The Gathering's 2017 Unstable set, identified by card number 82b.
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Unstable
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The Garbage Elemental (card number 82b) is a distinctive foil creature from Magic: The Gathering's 2017 Unstable expansion. Designed by Hector Ortiz, this Uncommon card features a unique mechanical interaction that appeals to players of the Commander format and casual constructed leagues. As a Creature — Elemental Rigger, it brings a specialized role to the game, allowing players to assemble contraptions by putting the top card of their Contraption deck onto a sprocket. This mechanic highlights the set's focus on innovative and humorous gameplay interactions that diverge from traditional Magic rules. For collectors, the Unstable set represents a pivotal moment in Magic history, offering a lighthearted take on the TCG's expansive lore. The foil treatment of Garbage Elemental adds visual appeal, making it a desirable addition for those focusing on set completion or parallel collecting. Its status as part of the Un-sets lineage gives it a unique place among Magic: The Gathering trading cards, bridging the gap between serious strategy and whimsical design. Enthusiasts often seek these cards to complete their Unstable collections or to appreciate the artistic and mechanical creativity of the era. Whether you are building a themed deck or curating a collection of rare foil cards, this piece offers both functional utility and collector value.
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Garbage Elemental
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Hector Ortiz
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{R}
Creature — Elemental Rigger
3 / 1
R
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When this creature enters, it assembles a Contraption. (Put the top card of your Contraption deck face up onto one of your sprockets.) Undying (When this creature dies, if it had no +1/+1 counters on it, return it to the battlefield under its owner's control with a +1/+1 counter on it.)
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