Grave-Risen Resilience with Loathsome Troll
Loathsome Troll from the Adventures in the Forgotten Realms set embodies the gritty survival instinct of creatures that refuse to stay down. This uncommon green creature offers a unique recursion mechanic that hinges on the roll of a d20, reflecting the adventurous spirit and chance-driven nature of the Forgotten Realms. With its 6/2 stats, it makes for a solid midrange threat, but its true value comes from the ability to bring itself back from the graveyard, offering a persistent presence that can outlast many forms of removal.
Players familiar with dice-rolling mechanics will appreciate how Loathsome Troll synergizes well with cards that benefit from graveyard interaction or dice rolls, such as Ancestral Blade or other dice-centric Adventures in the Forgotten Realms creatures. Its versatility in returning to hand, top of the library, or even directly to the battlefield tapped creates flexible options for tactical plays, turning the tide in drawn-out matches. The Light Play Foil finish enhances its appeal for collectors and players seeking a visually striking yet practical addition to their decks.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {3}{G}{G}
- Card Type: Creature
- Subtypes: Troll
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): 3G: Roll a d20. Activate only if Loathsome Troll is in your graveyard.
1–9 | Put Loathsome Troll on top of your library.
10–19 | Return Loathsome Troll to your hand.
20 | Return Loathsome Troll to the battlefield tapped. - Power / Toughness: 6/2