Quick Answer

Hook Horror is a common Creature — Horror from HBG (HBG) costing {4}{B}.

Hook Horror MTG card

Hook Horror

Creature — Horror

Card Text

Molting Exoskeleton — When Hook Horror dies, it perpetually gets -1/-1. Then if that card's toughness is 1 or greater, return it to the battlefield under its owner's control.

Card Stats

3/3 common CMC: 5.0 HBG HBG 🎨 Olivier Bernard
Molting Exoskeleton

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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hook Horror? Basics

Hook Horror is a Creature — Horror card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Molting Exoskeleton — When Hook Horror dies, it perpetually gets -1/-1. Then if that card's toughness is 1 or greater, return it to the battlefield under its owner's control."

How much mana does Hook Horror cost to cast? Basics

Hook Horror has a mana cost of {4}{B}, which equals 5.0 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.

Hook Horror's mana cost of {4}{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.

Hook Horror has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Hook Horror's current oracle text is: "Molting Exoskeleton — When Hook Horror dies, it perpetually gets -1/-1. Then if that card's toughness is 1 or greater, return it to the battlefield under its owner's control."

What is the current price of Hook Horror? Pricing

Price data for Hook Horror is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Hook Horror? Pricing

You can purchase Hook Horror 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 Hook Horror legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Hook Horror in Standard is not available.

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

Is Hook Horror legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Hook Horror in Modern is not available.

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

Is Hook Horror legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Hook Horror in Commander is not available.

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

Is Hook Horror legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Hook Horror in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Hook Horror legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Hook Horror in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Hook Horror legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Hook Horror 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 Hook Horror legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Hook Horror 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 Hook Horror from? Details

This printing of Hook Horror is from HBG (HBG), with collector number 44.

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

What is Hook Horror's rarity? Details

Hook Horror is a common card in HBG.

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

Who illustrated Hook Horror? Details

Hook Horror was illustrated by Olivier Bernard.

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

What is Hook Horror's power and toughness? Details

Hook Horror 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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