Quick Answer

A-Imperial Subduer is a common Creature — Human Samurai from NEO (NEO) costing {1}{W}.

A-Imperial Subduer MTG card

A-Imperial Subduer

Creature — Human Samurai

Card Text

Whenever a Samurai or Warrior you control attacks alone, tap target creature you don't control.

Card Stats

3/1 common CMC: 2.0 NEO NEO 🎨 Zara Alfonso

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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Historic Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A-Imperial Subduer? Basics

A-Imperial Subduer is a Creature — Human Samurai card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever a Samurai or Warrior you control attacks alone, tap target creature you don't control."

How much mana does A-Imperial Subduer cost to cast? Basics

A-Imperial Subduer has a mana cost of {1}{W}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

A-Imperial Subduer's mana cost of {1}{W} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

A-Imperial Subduer has a mana value of 2.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

A-Imperial Subduer's current oracle text is: "Whenever a Samurai or Warrior you control attacks alone, tap target creature you don't control."

What is the current price of A-Imperial Subduer? Pricing

Price data for A-Imperial Subduer is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy A-Imperial Subduer? Pricing

You can purchase A-Imperial Subduer from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Is A-Imperial Subduer legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for A-Imperial Subduer in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is A-Imperial Subduer legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for A-Imperial Subduer in Modern is not available.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is A-Imperial Subduer legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for A-Imperial Subduer in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is A-Imperial Subduer legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for A-Imperial Subduer in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is A-Imperial Subduer legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for A-Imperial Subduer in Legacy is not available.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is A-Imperial Subduer legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for A-Imperial Subduer in Vintage is not available.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is A-Imperial Subduer legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for A-Imperial Subduer in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is A-Imperial Subduer from? Details

This printing of A-Imperial Subduer is from NEO (NEO), with collector number A-19.

A-Imperial Subduer may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is A-Imperial Subduer's rarity? Details

A-Imperial Subduer is a common card in NEO.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated A-Imperial Subduer? Details

A-Imperial Subduer was illustrated by Zara Alfonso.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is A-Imperial Subduer's power and toughness? Details

A-Imperial Subduer is a 3/1 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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