Quick Answer

Cunning is a common Enchantment — Aura from EXO (EXO) costing {1}{U}. Current price: $0.08 USD. Legal in Commander.

Cunning MTG card

Cunning

Enchantment — Aura

Card Text

Enchant creature Enchanted creature gets +3/+3. When enchanted creature attacks or blocks, sacrifice this Aura at the beginning of the next cleanup step.

". . . Dry-walkers die We feed on sweet flesh . . . ." —*Rootwater Saga*

Card Stats

common CMC: 2.0 EXO EXO 🎨 Kev Walker
Enchant

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$0.08
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$0.35
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€0.04
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cunning? Basics

Cunning is a Enchantment — Aura card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Enchant creature Enchanted creature gets +3/+3. When enchanted creature attacks or blocks, sacrifice this Aura at the beginning of the next cleanup step."

How much mana does Cunning cost to cast? Basics

Cunning has a mana cost of {1}{U}, which equals 2.0 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.

Cunning's mana cost of {1}{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.

Cunning 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.

Cunning's current oracle text is: "Enchant creature Enchanted creature gets +3/+3. When enchanted creature attacks or blocks, sacrifice this Aura at the beginning of the next cleanup step."

What is the current price of Cunning? Pricing

The current market price for Cunning is approximately $0.08 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.04 EUR.

Where can I buy Cunning? Pricing

You can purchase Cunning 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 Cunning legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Cunning in Standard is not available.

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

Is Cunning legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Cunning in Modern is not available.

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

Is Cunning legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Cunning 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 Cunning legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Cunning in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Cunning legal in Legacy? Legality

Cunning is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Cunning legal in Vintage? Legality

Cunning 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 Cunning legal in Pauper? Legality

Cunning is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Cunning from? Details

This printing of Cunning is from EXO (EXO), with collector number 28.

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

What is Cunning's rarity? Details

Cunning is a common card in EXO.

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

Who illustrated Cunning? Details

Cunning was illustrated by Kev Walker.

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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