Jeff Goldblum’s beloved character, Ian Malcolm, from the iconic film Jurassic Park, has been immortalized in a Magic: The Gathering card. As part of the Secret Lair Secretversary release, Wizards of the Coast pays homage to this charismatic mathematician turned dino researcher.
Ian Malcolm, brilliantly portrayed by Jeff Goldblum in the 1993 Jurassic Park film, captivated audiences with his mix of charm and intellect. With his memorable one-liners and unique quirkiness, Malcolm stood out among the franchise’s characters. He often questioned the morality of the scientists’ actions on Isla Nublar.
Ian, Convalescent Charmer
Mana Cost: 5B
Type: Legendary Creature – Human Shaman
Rarity: Rare
Ability: Delve. 2G/U G/U: Mill two cards, then return a nonland card of an opponent’s choice from your graveyard to your hand.
Many Magic: The Gathering players will recognize this card as Tasigur, The Golden Fang. Tasigur, a legendary creature from Tarkir, was a formidable commander known for its delve ability and self-mill strategies. Similarly, Ian Malcolm, like Tasigur, prefers a more casual attire.
Ian Malcolm Secret Lair Cards
Despite Jeff Goldblum reprising his role as Ian Malcolm in The Lost World: Jurassic Park, the MTG cards in this Secret Lair drop feature scenes exclusively from the original movie. The Chaotic Chaotician card showcases Malcolm’s confrontation with Dr. Hammond. The Naya-colored Dr. Ian Malcolm card, a “skin” of Atla Palani, Nest Tender, reflects his fascination with dinosaurs. The egg token captures the captivating moment of a baby dinosaur hatching in the Jurassic Park laboratory. Lastly, Malcolm’s Mercurial Mirth is a sorcery card that highlights Jeff Goldblum’s unique portrayal of the character with his infectious laughter.
Wizards of the Coast has more Secret Lair drops planned for the holiday season, ensuring fans have even more exciting releases to look forward to.
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