Lead Your Goblin Horde with Hobgoblin Bandit Lord
The Hobgoblin Bandit Lord is a cornerstone for any goblin-centric deck in Adventures in the Forgotten Realms, embodying the ruthless cunning and raw power of goblin warfare. As a Goblin Rogue, this creature offers valuable synergy by boosting the strength and toughness of all other goblins you control, turning a swarm of small threats into a formidable force. Its ability to convert the number of goblins summoned in a turn into direct damage makes it a versatile threat capable of clearing blockers or finishing off opponents with precision.
Strategic timing is key with Hobgoblin Bandit Lord’s activated ability; pairing it with cards that generate multiple goblin tokens in a single turn amplifies its damage potential exponentially. Whether you’re rallying a sudden influx of goblins or capitalizing on token generators like Skullport Merchant, this card consistently rewards tactical play by leveraging board presence into impactful spells. Its solid 2/3 body ensures it can both dish out and withstand reasonable punishment, making it a reliable leader for your goblin brigade.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {1}{R}{R}
- Card Type: Creature
- Subtypes: Goblin Rogue
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Other Goblins you control get +1/+1.
{T}: Hobgoblin Bandit Lord deals damage equal to the number of Goblins that entered the battlefield under your control this turn to any target. - Power / Toughness: 2/3