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Cleaver Blow is a rare Instant from MB2 (MB2) costing {1}{B}. Current price: $0.22 USD.

Cleaver Blow MTG card

Cleaver Blow

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Card Text

Multicleave {1} (You may pay an additional {1} any number of times as you cast this spell. For each time you do, choose a paired set of square brackets and remove the words in between.) Destroy target [nonblack] creature [with mana value 3 or less] [an opponent controls]. You [and its controller each] draw a card [and lose 2 life]. Create a [tapped] 1/1 white Spirit creature token with flying.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 2.0 MB2 MB2 🎨 Drew Moss

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cleaver Blow? Basics

Cleaver Blow is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Multicleave {1} (You may pay an additional {1} any number of times as you cast this spell. For each time you do, choose a paired set of square brackets and remove the words in between.) Destroy target [nonblack] creature [with mana value 3 or less] [an opponent controls]. You [and its controller each] draw a card [and lose 2 life]. Create a [tapped] 1/1 white Spirit creature token with flying."

How much mana does Cleaver Blow cost to cast? Basics

Cleaver Blow has a mana cost of {1}{B}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Cleaver Blow's mana cost of {1}{B} 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.

Cleaver Blow 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.

Cleaver Blow's current oracle text is: "Multicleave {1} (You may pay an additional {1} any number of times as you cast this spell. For each time you do, choose a paired set of square brackets and remove the words in between.) Destroy target [nonblack] creature [with mana value 3 or less] [an opponent controls]. You [and its controller each] draw a card [and lose 2 life]. Create a [tapped] 1/1 white Spirit creature token with flying."

What is the current price of Cleaver Blow? Pricing

The current market price for Cleaver Blow is approximately $0.22 USD on TCGPlayer.

Where can I buy Cleaver Blow? Pricing

You can purchase Cleaver Blow 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 Cleaver Blow legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Cleaver Blow in Standard is not available.

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

Is Cleaver Blow legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Cleaver Blow in Modern is not available.

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

Is Cleaver Blow legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Cleaver Blow in Commander is not available.

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

Is Cleaver Blow legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Cleaver Blow in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Cleaver Blow legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Cleaver Blow in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Cleaver Blow legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Cleaver Blow 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 Cleaver Blow legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Cleaver Blow 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 Cleaver Blow from? Details

This printing of Cleaver Blow is from MB2 (MB2), with collector number 542.

Cleaver Blow may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Cleaver Blow's rarity? Details

Cleaver Blow is a rare card in MB2.

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

Who illustrated Cleaver Blow? Details

Cleaver Blow was illustrated by Drew Moss.

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

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