Quick Answer

Favored Enemy is a rare Enchantment from HBG (HBG) costing {G}.

Favored Enemy MTG card

Favored Enemy

Enchantment

Card Text

As this enchantment enters, note the most prevalent creature type in an opponent's library. When this enchantment enters, target creature you control fights up to one target creature you don't control. Whenever a creature an opponent controls of the noted type dies, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature you control.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 1.0 HBG HBG 🎨 Aaron J. Riley
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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Favored Enemy? Basics

Favored Enemy is a Enchantment card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "As this enchantment enters, note the most prevalent creature type in an opponent's library. When this enchantment enters, target creature you control fights up to one target creature you don't control. Whenever a creature an opponent controls of the noted type dies, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature you control."

How much mana does Favored Enemy cost to cast? Basics

Favored Enemy has a mana cost of {G}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Favored Enemy's mana cost of {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.

Favored Enemy has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Favored Enemy's current oracle text is: "As this enchantment enters, note the most prevalent creature type in an opponent's library. When this enchantment enters, target creature you control fights up to one target creature you don't control. Whenever a creature an opponent controls of the noted type dies, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature you control."

What is the current price of Favored Enemy? Pricing

Price data for Favored Enemy is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Favored Enemy? Pricing

You can purchase Favored Enemy 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 Favored Enemy legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Favored Enemy in Standard is not available.

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

Is Favored Enemy legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Favored Enemy in Modern is not available.

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

Is Favored Enemy legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Favored Enemy in Commander is not available.

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

Is Favored Enemy legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Favored Enemy in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Favored Enemy legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Favored Enemy in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Favored Enemy legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Favored Enemy 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 Favored Enemy legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Favored Enemy 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 Favored Enemy from? Details

This printing of Favored Enemy is from HBG (HBG), with collector number 66.

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

What is Favored Enemy's rarity? Details

Favored Enemy is a rare card in HBG.

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

Who illustrated Favored Enemy? Details

Favored Enemy was illustrated by Aaron J. Riley.

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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