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Humble Defector is a uncommon Creature — Human Rogue from PRM (PRM) costing {1}{R}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Humble Defector MTG card

Humble Defector

Creature — Human Rogue

Card Text

{T}: Draw two cards. Target opponent gains control of this creature. Activate only during your turn.

Card Stats

2/1 uncommon CMC: 2.0 PRM PRM 🎨 Slawomir Maniak

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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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Other Printings (13 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Humble Defector? Basics

Humble Defector is a Creature — Human Rogue card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{T}: Draw two cards. Target opponent gains control of this creature. Activate only during your turn."

How much mana does Humble Defector cost to cast? Basics

Humble Defector has a mana cost of {1}{R}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R 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.

Humble Defector's mana cost of {1}{R} 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.

Humble Defector 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.

Humble Defector's current oracle text is: "{T}: Draw two cards. Target opponent gains control of this creature. Activate only during your turn."

What is the current price of Humble Defector? Pricing

Price data for Humble Defector is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Humble Defector? Pricing

You can purchase Humble Defector 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 Humble Defector legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Humble Defector in Standard is not available.

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

Is Humble Defector legal in Modern? Legality

Humble Defector is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Humble Defector legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Humble Defector 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 Humble Defector legal in Pioneer? Legality

Humble Defector is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Humble Defector legal in Legacy? Legality

Humble Defector is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Humble Defector legal in Vintage? Legality

Humble Defector 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 Humble Defector legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Humble Defector 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 Humble Defector from? Details

This printing of Humble Defector is from PRM (PRM), with collector number 86090.

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

What is Humble Defector's rarity? Details

Humble Defector is a uncommon card in PRM.

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

Who illustrated Humble Defector? Details

Humble Defector was illustrated by Slawomir Maniak.

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

What is Humble Defector's power and toughness? Details

Humble Defector is a 2/1 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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