Goblin Command with a Ruthless Edge
The Hobgoblin Bandit Lord stands at the forefront of any goblin horde, embodying the raw ambition and cunning that drives these scrappy rogues. At a modest cost of {1}{R}{R}, it offers a 2/3 body that not only buffs your other goblins but also turns their sheer numbers into direct damage. This makes it an instrumental piece in any goblin tribal deck, particularly when combined with token generators or cards that flood the battlefield with goblins in a single turn.
Beyond its static +1/+1 boost to other goblins, the Bandit Lord’s activated ability channels the chaos of your growing army into precise strikes. Tapping it and paying one red mana lets you deal damage equal to the number of goblins you summoned this turn to any target. This synergy pairs well with cards like Goblin Instigator or Hordeling Outburst, granting both board presence and burn potential. For players focused on maximizing battlefield control and rapid damage output, this card is a tactical cornerstone that rewards smart timing and aggressive play.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {1}{R}{R}
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Card Type – Creature
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Subtypes – Goblin Rogue
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Other Goblins you control get +1/+1.
{R}, {T}: Hobgoblin Bandit Lord deals damage equal to the number of Goblins that entered the battlefield under your control this turn to any target.
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Power / Toughness – 2/3
