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Introduction

There is nothing particularly interesting about the card "Ember Mage Goblin" itself. This four-mana Goblin Wizard (relevant creature types, I guess) has an ability that doesn't matter in Commander at all. It's essentially a pinger, but there are better options available out there. Additionally, it’s a 1/1 creature, which makes it quite unremarkable. But the foiled version of Ember Mage Goblin tells a different story.

The Unique Foil Version

What sets this card apart is the version that you don't typically see. Specifically, the foil Ember Mage Goblin, which can be identified by the little shooting star at the bottom of the card—a hallmark of foiled cards from back in the day. The interesting aspect of this card is that its artwork differs from the non-foil version.

Differing Artwork

The primary differentiating feature lies in the extra "something" hidden behind the Goblin's head. While the non-foil version has the regular art, the foil version adds an anatomical detail that wasn't present in its non-foil counterpart. For those curious, this detail was removed from the non-foil version’s art.

Verification on Scryfall

To verify this, checking Scryfall shows two versions: the regular version and another with this anatomical detail. The detailed description reads, "anatomical Ember Mage Goblin carrot, the foil printing of Ember Mage Goblin featured a version of its artwork that included an anatomical detail that was removed from the non-foil version."

There you have it—a seemingly bland card spiced up by a subtle yet unique addition in its foil version.

Keywords

Ember Mage Goblin
MTG (Magic: The Gathering)
Foil Cards
Goblin Wizard
Scryfall
Anatomical Detail

FAQ

Q1: What makes Ember Mage Goblin a unique card?

A: The foil version of Ember Mage Goblin contains an anatomical detail in its artwork that is not present in the non-foil version.

Q2: How can you identify the foil version of the Ember Mage Goblin?

A: Foil cards from back in the day can be identified by a small shooting star at the bottom of the card.

Q3: Does the ability of Ember Mage Goblin matter in Commander format?

A: No, the ability of Ember Mage Goblin does not matter in the Commander format; there are better options available.

Q4: Where can I verify the differences between the regular and foil versions of the Ember Mage Goblin?

A: You can verify the differences on Scryfall, which shows both versions and describes the anatomical detail in the foil version.

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