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Elvish Vatkeeper is a uncommon Creature — Phyrexian Elf from MOM (MOM) costing {1}{B}{G}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Elvish Vatkeeper MTG card

Elvish Vatkeeper

Creature — Phyrexian Elf

Card Text

When this creature enters, incubate 2. (Create an Incubator token with two +1/+1 counters on it and "{2}: Transform this token." It transforms into a 0/0 Phyrexian artifact creature.) {5}: Transform target Incubator token you control. Double the number of +1/+1 counters on it.

Card Stats

3/3 uncommon CMC: 3.0 MOM MOM 🎨 Nicholas Gregory
Incubate Transform

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Market Prices

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$0.05
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TCGPlayer
$0.17
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.04
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€0.17
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elvish Vatkeeper? Basics

Elvish Vatkeeper is a Creature — Phyrexian Elf card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, incubate 2. (Create an Incubator token with two +1/+1 counters on it and "{2}: Transform this token." It transforms into a 0/0 Phyrexian artifact creature.) {5}: Transform target Incubator token you control. Double the number of +1/+1 counters on it."

How much mana does Elvish Vatkeeper cost to cast? Basics

Elvish Vatkeeper has a mana cost of {1}{B}{G}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, G 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.

Elvish Vatkeeper's mana cost of {1}{B}{G} 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.

Elvish Vatkeeper has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Elvish Vatkeeper's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, incubate 2. (Create an Incubator token with two +1/+1 counters on it and "{2}: Transform this token." It transforms into a 0/0 Phyrexian artifact creature.) {5}: Transform target Incubator token you control. Double the number of +1/+1 counters on it."

What is the current price of Elvish Vatkeeper? Pricing

The current market price for Elvish Vatkeeper is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.17 USD.

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

Where can I buy Elvish Vatkeeper? Pricing

You can purchase Elvish Vatkeeper 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.

Elvish Vatkeeper normal: $0.05 | foil: $0.17

Is Elvish Vatkeeper legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Elvish Vatkeeper in Standard is not available.

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

Is Elvish Vatkeeper legal in Modern? Legality

Elvish Vatkeeper is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Elvish Vatkeeper legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Elvish Vatkeeper 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 Elvish Vatkeeper legal in Pioneer? Legality

Elvish Vatkeeper is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Elvish Vatkeeper legal in Legacy? Legality

Elvish Vatkeeper is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Elvish Vatkeeper legal in Vintage? Legality

Elvish Vatkeeper 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 Elvish Vatkeeper legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Elvish Vatkeeper 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 Elvish Vatkeeper from? Details

This printing of Elvish Vatkeeper is from MOM (MOM), with collector number 223.

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

What is Elvish Vatkeeper's rarity? Details

Elvish Vatkeeper is a uncommon card in MOM.

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

Who illustrated Elvish Vatkeeper? Details

Elvish Vatkeeper was illustrated by Nicholas Gregory.

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

What is Elvish Vatkeeper's power and toughness? Details

Elvish Vatkeeper is a 3/3 creature.

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

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