Quick Answer

Hunting Velociraptor is a rare Creature — Dinosaur from REX (REX) costing {2}{R}. Legal in Commander.

Hunting Velociraptor MTG card

Hunting Velociraptor

Creature — Dinosaur

Card Text

First strike Dinosaur spells you cast have prowl {2}{R}. (You may cast a spell for its prowl cost if you dealt combat damage to a player this turn with a creature with any of its creature types.)

"Clever girl." —Robert Muldoon

Card Stats

3/2 rare CMC: 3.0 REX REX 🎨 Caio Monteiro
First strike

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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hunting Velociraptor? Basics

Hunting Velociraptor is a Creature — Dinosaur card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "First strike Dinosaur spells you cast have prowl {2}{R}. (You may cast a spell for its prowl cost if you dealt combat damage to a player this turn with a creature with any of its creature types.)"

How much mana does Hunting Velociraptor cost to cast? Basics

Hunting Velociraptor has a mana cost of {2}{R}, which equals 3.0 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.

Hunting Velociraptor's mana cost of {2}{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.

Hunting Velociraptor 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.

Hunting Velociraptor's current oracle text is: "First strike Dinosaur spells you cast have prowl {2}{R}. (You may cast a spell for its prowl cost if you dealt combat damage to a player this turn with a creature with any of its creature types.)"

What is the current price of Hunting Velociraptor? Pricing

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Where can I buy Hunting Velociraptor? Pricing

You can purchase Hunting Velociraptor 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 Hunting Velociraptor legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Hunting Velociraptor in Standard is not available.

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

Is Hunting Velociraptor legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Hunting Velociraptor in Modern is not available.

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

Is Hunting Velociraptor legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Hunting Velociraptor 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 Hunting Velociraptor legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Hunting Velociraptor in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Hunting Velociraptor legal in Legacy? Legality

Hunting Velociraptor is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Hunting Velociraptor legal in Vintage? Legality

Hunting Velociraptor 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 Hunting Velociraptor legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Hunting Velociraptor 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 Hunting Velociraptor from? Details

This printing of Hunting Velociraptor is from REX (REX), with collector number 30.

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

What is Hunting Velociraptor's rarity? Details

Hunting Velociraptor is a rare card in REX.

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

Who illustrated Hunting Velociraptor? Details

Hunting Velociraptor was illustrated by Caio Monteiro.

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

What is Hunting Velociraptor's power and toughness? Details

Hunting Velociraptor is a 3/2 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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