Goblin Hordes on Demand
Swarming Goblins from Adventures in the Forgotten Realms embodies the chaotic and explosive nature of goblin armies in Magic: The Gathering. For a modest cost of four generic and one red mana, this 4/3 Goblin creature offers an impressive entrance effect that can flood your board with additional 1/1 red Goblin tokens. The randomness of the d20 roll lends a thrilling unpredictability, with one to three tokens appearing, making every cast a gamble with potentially huge rewards. This card thrives in decks that capitalize on token synergies or aggressive red strategies eager to overwhelm opponents swiftly.
What makes Swarming Goblins stand out is both its sheer power as a 4/3 body for five mana and the token production that can fuel anthem effects or sacrifice outlets such as Anax, Hardened in the Forge or Goblin Chieftain. It complements tribal builds and can be the difference between a stalled board and a surging horde ready to pressure life totals or control the battlefield. Its foil light play finish adds a subtle shimmer that collectors and players alike appreciate, highlighting this card as a solid inclusion for anyone exploring Adventures in the Forgotten Realms’ fiery goblin tactics.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {4}{R}
- Card Type: Creature
- Subtypes: Goblin
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): When Swarming Goblins enters the battlefield, roll a d20.
1–9 | Create a 1/1 red Goblin creature token.
10–19 | Create two of those tokens.
20 | Create three of those tokens. - Power / Toughness: 4/3