The 1998 Albino Troll trading card from Magic: The Gathering's Urza's Saga expansion. This uncommon creature card is a key piece for collectors building complete set collections.
Albino Troll
1998 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Saga
No Listings Available
No listings available right now.
Price History
Description
The Albino Troll, numbered 231 in the 1998 Urza's Saga set, stands as a memorable entry in Magic: The Gathering history. Illustrated by Paolo Parente, this Uncommon green creature brings a distinct strategic element to the game with its unique mechanical design. As a Creature — Troll with a mana value of two, it offers a robust 3/3 body for its cost, making it a staple in early-game strategies for collectors who appreciate balanced card design. What sets this card apart is its Echo ability, which requires players to pay {1}{G} during their upkeep or sacrifice the creature, adding a layer of resource management that defines the Urza's Saga era. The card also features a regeneration ability, allowing it to survive lethal damage by paying an additional {1}{G}. For traders and investors in vintage TCG cards, the Albino Troll represents a tangible piece of gaming nostalgia from the late 90s. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Urza's Saga collections, valuing it for its historical significance within the block. Its enduring appeal lies in its straightforward yet impactful gameplay mechanics, which continue to resonate with modern players and vintage hobbyists alike.
Have one of these to sell?
We'll pre-fill the product details from this catalog entry, so your listing lands on this exact page. Just add photos of your copy, pick its condition, and set your price.
Card Details
The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
Catalog Profile
The core identity of the card within the set.
Featured Subject
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Albino Troll
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Uncommon
Paolo Parente
Card Stock
English
{1}{G}
Creature — Troll
3 / 3
G
Card Text
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Echo {1}{G} (At the beginning of your upkeep, if this came under your control since the beginning of your last upkeep, sacrifice it unless you pay its echo cost.) {1}{G}: Regenerate this creature.