Lead the Charge with Hobgoblin Captain
The Hobgoblin Captain stands as an aggressive force in any red deck, especially in the Adventures in the Forgotten Realms setting where tribal synergies thrive. This Goblin Barbarian's pack tactics ability rewards you for leading a strong band of creatures into combat, granting first strike if your attacking forces collectively muster enough power. With a modest mana cost of just {1}{R}, it slots easily into aggressive strategies that seek to overwhelm opponents before they stabilize.
Its 3/1 stats allow it to trade efficiently or deal steady damage early on, while the first strike boost can turn the tide in close battles. Hobgoblin Captain synergizes well with other low-cost creatures and cards that pump power, such as Embercleave or Legion Warboss, enhancing your offensive potential. For players who value tactical combat positioning, this captain’s presence commands respect on the battlefield.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {1}{R}
- Card Type: Creature
- Subtypes: Goblin Barbarian
- Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Pack tactics — Whenever Hobgoblin Captain attacks, if you attacked with creatures with total power 6 or greater this combat, Hobgoblin Captain gains first strike until end of turn.
- Power / Toughness: 3 / 1