Quick Answer

Icebreaker Kraken is a rare Snow Creature — Kraken from PRM (PRM) costing {10}{U}{U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Icebreaker Kraken MTG card

Icebreaker Kraken

Snow Creature — Kraken

Card Text

Affinity for snow lands (This spell costs {1} less to cast for each snow land you control.) When this creature enters, artifacts and creatures target opponent controls don't untap during that player's next untap step. Return three snow lands you control to their owner's hand: Return this creature to its owner's hand.

Card Stats

8/8 rare CMC: 12.0 PRM PRM 🎨 Chris Cold
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Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Icebreaker Kraken? Basics

Icebreaker Kraken is a Snow Creature — Kraken card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Affinity for snow lands (This spell costs {1} less to cast for each snow land you control.) When this creature enters, artifacts and creatures target opponent controls don't untap during that player's next untap step. Return three snow lands you control to their owner's hand: Return this creature to its owner's hand."

How much mana does Icebreaker Kraken cost to cast? Basics

Icebreaker Kraken has a mana cost of {10}{U}{U}, which equals 12.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U 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.

Icebreaker Kraken's mana cost of {10}{U}{U} 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.

Icebreaker Kraken has a mana value of 12.0. 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.

Icebreaker Kraken's current oracle text is: "Affinity for snow lands (This spell costs {1} less to cast for each snow land you control.) When this creature enters, artifacts and creatures target opponent controls don't untap during that player's next untap step. Return three snow lands you control to their owner's hand: Return this creature to its owner's hand."

What is the current price of Icebreaker Kraken? Pricing

Price data for Icebreaker Kraken is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Icebreaker Kraken? Pricing

You can purchase Icebreaker Kraken 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 Icebreaker Kraken legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Icebreaker Kraken in Standard is not available.

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

Is Icebreaker Kraken legal in Modern? Legality

Icebreaker Kraken is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Icebreaker Kraken legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Icebreaker Kraken 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 Icebreaker Kraken legal in Pioneer? Legality

Icebreaker Kraken is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Icebreaker Kraken legal in Legacy? Legality

Icebreaker Kraken is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Icebreaker Kraken legal in Vintage? Legality

Icebreaker Kraken 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 Icebreaker Kraken legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Icebreaker Kraken 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 Icebreaker Kraken from? Details

This printing of Icebreaker Kraken is from PRM (PRM), with collector number 88248.

Icebreaker Kraken may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Icebreaker Kraken's rarity? Details

Icebreaker Kraken is a rare card in PRM.

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

Who illustrated Icebreaker Kraken? Details

Icebreaker Kraken was illustrated by Chris Cold.

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

What is Icebreaker Kraken's power and toughness? Details

Icebreaker Kraken is a 8/8 creature.

Power (8) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (8) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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