This foil Magic: The Gathering trading card is Garbage Elemental from the 2017 Unstable set, identified by card number 82c. It features a red Elemental creature with a unique token-creation mechanic.
Garbage Elemental
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Unstable
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The Garbage Elemental is a distinctive red creature card from the 2017 Unstable expansion of Magic: The Gathering. Identified as card number 82c, this foil version stands out for its shimmering finish and playful design philosophy. The card is categorized as a Creature — Elemental with a mana cost of {4}{R} and a mana value of 5. Its gameplay centers on a unique entry effect that rewards risk. When this creature enters the battlefield, the controller rolls two six-sided dice and creates a number of 1/1 red Goblin creature tokens equal to the difference between the results. This mechanic allows for variable board presence, ranging from no additional tokens to a significant swarm, depending on the roll. The card also possesses battle cry, meaning it grants +1/+0 to other attacking creatures until the end of the turn. With a power and toughness of 3/2, it serves as a flexible piece in the Unstable format, encouraging fun and unpredictable interactions. Collectors of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game often seek out specific cards from the Unstable set due to its non-canon, humorous nature. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal, making this print a desirable item for those who appreciate the whimsical side of the game. The artist Hector Ortiz brought this chaotic elemental to life, contributing to the set's unique aesthetic. Whether you are building a collection of rare foil cards or simply enjoy the quirky mechanics of the Unstable era, this card offers a memorable experience at the table.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Garbage Elemental
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Hector Ortiz
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{R}
Creature — Elemental
3 / 2
R
Card Text
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Battle cry (Whenever this creature attacks, each other attacking creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn.) When this creature enters, roll two six-sided dice. Create a number of 1/1 red Goblin creature tokens equal to the difference between those results.











