Quick Answer

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken is a uncommon Legendary Creature — Kraken from PRM (PRM) costing {6}{U}{U}. Legal in Commander.

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken MTG card

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken

Legendary Creature — Kraken

Card Text

When Brinelin enters and whenever you cast a spell with mana value 6 or greater, you may return target nonland permanent to its owner's hand. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)

Card Stats

6/8 uncommon CMC: 8.0 PRM PRM 🎨 Adam Paquette
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Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brinelin, the Moon Kraken? Basics

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken is a Legendary Creature — Kraken card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When Brinelin enters and whenever you cast a spell with mana value 6 or greater, you may return target nonland permanent to its owner's hand. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)"

How much mana does Brinelin, the Moon Kraken cost to cast? Basics

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken has a mana cost of {6}{U}{U}, which equals 8.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U 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.

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken's mana cost of {6}{U}{U} 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.

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken has a mana value of 8.0. 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.

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken's current oracle text is: "When Brinelin enters and whenever you cast a spell with mana value 6 or greater, you may return target nonland permanent to its owner's hand. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)"

What is the current price of Brinelin, the Moon Kraken? Pricing

Price data for Brinelin, the Moon Kraken is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Brinelin, the Moon Kraken? Pricing

You can purchase Brinelin, the Moon Kraken 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 Brinelin, the Moon Kraken legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Brinelin, the Moon Kraken in Standard is not available.

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

Is Brinelin, the Moon Kraken legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Brinelin, the Moon Kraken in Modern is not available.

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

Is Brinelin, the Moon Kraken legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

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

Is Brinelin, the Moon Kraken legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Brinelin, the Moon Kraken in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Brinelin, the Moon Kraken legal in Legacy? Legality

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Brinelin, the Moon Kraken legal in Vintage? Legality

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken is Legal in Vintage format.

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 Brinelin, the Moon Kraken legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Brinelin, the Moon Kraken 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 Brinelin, the Moon Kraken from? Details

This printing of Brinelin, the Moon Kraken is from PRM (PRM), with collector number 86226.

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Brinelin, the Moon Kraken's rarity? Details

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken is a uncommon card in PRM.

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

Who illustrated Brinelin, the Moon Kraken? Details

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken was illustrated by Adam Paquette.

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

What is Brinelin, the Moon Kraken's power and toughness? Details

Brinelin, the Moon Kraken is a 6/8 creature.

Power (6) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (8) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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