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Hamletback Goliath
LRW · Lorwyn #173 · Rare · released 2007-10-12
{6}{R}
Creature — Giant Warrior
Whenever another creature enters, you may put X +1/+1 counters on this creature, where X is that creature's power.
"If you live on a giant's back, there's only one individual you'll ever need to fear."
—Gaddock Teeg
Hamletback Goliath is a rare red creature from Lorwyn (2007). It has been printed 8 times across 8 sets, from 2007 to 2020. Recent market prices range from $0.20 to $2.35 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
USD$0.43
USD Foil$2.35
Format legality
Where you can play Hamletback Goliath in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (8)
Prices range from $0.20 to $2.35 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Commander 2015 at $0.20.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorwyn This page | 173 | Rare | $0.47 | $2.35 |
| Salvat 2011 | 108 | Rare | — | — |
| Magic 2013 | 136 | Rare | $0.22 | $0.20 |
| Magic 2013 Promos | A10 | Rare | — | $0.31 |
| Commander 2015 | 156 | Rare | $0.20 | — |
| Conspiracy: Take the Crown | 163 | Rare | $0.36 | $0.20 |
| Commander Anthology Volume II | 102 | Rare | $0.28 | — |
| Jumpstart | 332 | Rare | $0.42 | — |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2012-07-01The value of X is determined as the ability begins resolving. If the other creature is no longer on the battlefield, its last known existence on the battlefield is checked to determine its power.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hamletback Goliath legal in Commander?
Yes — Hamletback Goliath is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Hamletback Goliath legal in?
Hamletback Goliath is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Hamletback Goliath been printed?
Hamletback Goliath has been printed 8 times across 8 sets, from 2007 to 2020.
What is the cheapest printing of Hamletback Goliath?
The cheapest printing is Commander 2015 (#156) at about $0.20.
Who illustrated Hamletback Goliath?
This printing of Hamletback Goliath was illustrated by Paolo Parente & Brian Snõddy.