Quick Answer

Merry Bards is a common Creature — Human Bard from WOE (WOE) costing {2}{R}. Current price: $0.03 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Merry Bards MTG card

Merry Bards

Creature — Human Bard

Card Text

When this creature enters, you may pay {1}. When you do, create a Young Hero Role token attached to target creature you control. (If you control another Role on it, put that one into the graveyard. Enchanted creature has "Whenever this creature attacks, if its toughness is 3 or less, put a +1/+1 counter on it.")

Card Stats

3/2 common CMC: 3.0 WOE WOE 🎨 Iris Compiet
Role token

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Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.03
Normal
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TCGPlayer
$0.04
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.04
Normal
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Cardmarket
€0.10
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Merry Bards? Basics

Merry Bards is a Creature — Human Bard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, you may pay {1}. When you do, create a Young Hero Role token attached to target creature you control. (If you control another Role on it, put that one into the graveyard. Enchanted creature has "Whenever this creature attacks, if its toughness is 3 or less, put a +1/+1 counter on it.")"

How much mana does Merry Bards cost to cast? Basics

Merry Bards 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.

Merry Bards'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.

Merry Bards 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.

Merry Bards's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, you may pay {1}. When you do, create a Young Hero Role token attached to target creature you control. (If you control another Role on it, put that one into the graveyard. Enchanted creature has "Whenever this creature attacks, if its toughness is 3 or less, put a +1/+1 counter on it.")"

What is the current price of Merry Bards? Pricing

The current market price for Merry Bards is approximately $0.03 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.04 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.04 EUR.

Where can I buy Merry Bards? Pricing

You can purchase Merry Bards 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.

Merry Bards normal: $0.03 | foil: $0.04

Is Merry Bards legal in Standard? Legality

Merry Bards is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Merry Bards legal in Modern? Legality

Merry Bards is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Merry Bards legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Merry Bards 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 Merry Bards legal in Pioneer? Legality

Merry Bards is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Merry Bards legal in Legacy? Legality

Merry Bards is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Merry Bards legal in Vintage? Legality

Merry Bards 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 Merry Bards legal in Pauper? Legality

Merry Bards is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Merry Bards from? Details

This printing of Merry Bards is from WOE (WOE), with collector number 140.

Merry Bards may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Merry Bards's rarity? Details

Merry Bards is a common card in WOE.

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

Who illustrated Merry Bards? Details

Merry Bards was illustrated by Iris Compiet.

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

What is Merry Bards's power and toughness? Details

Merry Bards 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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