Jungle Wallop
Hulking Raptor from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan is a straightforward threat that anchors many green decks. The creature enters as a 5/3 Dinosaur for {2}{G}{G} and its Ward 2 makes it costly for opponents to remove with a single instant or sorcery. Play it on curve and it forces opponents to spend extra resources to interact which stabilizes your board and lets your other creatures stick a turn longer.
Beyond raw stats the card adds tactical value during your turns. At the beginning of your precombat main phase you generate {G}{G} which smooths into additional ramp or a surprise second play. That trigger pairs well with aggressive tempo or midrange plans in this set where staying ahead on mana and forcing awkward blocks matters. The foil finish on this medium play copy highlights the art while keeping it affordable for play and collection.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {2}{G}{G}
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Card Type – Creature
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Subtypes – Dinosaur
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Ward 2. At the beginning of your precombat main phase, add {G}{G}.
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Power / Toughness – 5/3