Quick Answer

Last-Minute Chopping is a mythic Sorcery from HHO (HHO) costing {1}{U}{B}.

Last-Minute Chopping MTG card

Last-Minute Chopping

Sorcery

Card Text

Ask target opponent if they remembered to get you a present. If they say yes, they put a card they own from outside the game into your hand. Otherwise, you gain control of target permanent they control.

"Dear brother, I couldn't forget you if I tried, and I *have* tried."

Card Stats

mythic CMC: 3.0 HHO HHO 🎨 Marta Nael

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Last-Minute Chopping? Basics

Last-Minute Chopping is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Ask target opponent if they remembered to get you a present. If they say yes, they put a card they own from outside the game into your hand. Otherwise, you gain control of target permanent they control."

How much mana does Last-Minute Chopping cost to cast? Basics

Last-Minute Chopping has a mana cost of {1}{U}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, 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.

Last-Minute Chopping's mana cost of {1}{U}{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.

Last-Minute Chopping 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.

Last-Minute Chopping's current oracle text is: "Ask target opponent if they remembered to get you a present. If they say yes, they put a card they own from outside the game into your hand. Otherwise, you gain control of target permanent they control."

What is the current price of Last-Minute Chopping? Pricing

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Where can I buy Last-Minute Chopping? Pricing

You can purchase Last-Minute Chopping 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 Last-Minute Chopping legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Last-Minute Chopping in Standard is not available.

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

Is Last-Minute Chopping legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Last-Minute Chopping in Modern is not available.

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

Is Last-Minute Chopping legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Last-Minute Chopping in Commander is not available.

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

Is Last-Minute Chopping legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Last-Minute Chopping in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Last-Minute Chopping legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Last-Minute Chopping in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Last-Minute Chopping legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Last-Minute Chopping 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 Last-Minute Chopping legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Last-Minute Chopping 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 Last-Minute Chopping from? Details

This printing of Last-Minute Chopping is from HHO (HHO), with collector number 21.

Last-Minute Chopping may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Last-Minute Chopping's rarity? Details

Last-Minute Chopping is a mythic card in HHO.

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

Who illustrated Last-Minute Chopping? Details

Last-Minute Chopping was illustrated by Marta Nael.

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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