Quick Answer

Octo Opus is a uncommon Enchantment from UNF (UNF) costing {3}{U}{U}.

Octo Opus MTG card

Octo Opus

Enchantment

Card Text

When this enchantment enters, create a 4/4 blue Octopus Performer creature token named Contortionist with "At the beginning of your upkeep, you may fold this token in half." (It becomes 2/2, then 1/1, ½/½, and so on.) Sacrifice this enchantment: Draw a card and an additional card for each of Contortionist's folds.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 5.0 UNF UNF 🎨 Tomek Larek

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Octo Opus? Basics

Octo Opus is a Enchantment card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this enchantment enters, create a 4/4 blue Octopus Performer creature token named Contortionist with "At the beginning of your upkeep, you may fold this token in half." (It becomes 2/2, then 1/1, ½/½, and so on.) Sacrifice this enchantment: Draw a card and an additional card for each of Contortionist's folds."

How much mana does Octo Opus cost to cast? Basics

Octo Opus has a mana cost of {3}{U}{U}, which equals 5.0 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.

Octo Opus's mana cost of {3}{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.

Octo Opus has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Octo Opus's current oracle text is: "When this enchantment enters, create a 4/4 blue Octopus Performer creature token named Contortionist with "At the beginning of your upkeep, you may fold this token in half." (It becomes 2/2, then 1/1, ½/½, and so on.) Sacrifice this enchantment: Draw a card and an additional card for each of Contortionist's folds."

What is the current price of Octo Opus? Pricing

Price data for Octo Opus is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Octo Opus? Pricing

You can purchase Octo Opus 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 Octo Opus legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Octo Opus in Standard is not available.

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

Is Octo Opus legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Octo Opus in Modern is not available.

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

Is Octo Opus legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Octo Opus in Commander is not available.

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

Is Octo Opus legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Octo Opus in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Octo Opus legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Octo Opus in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Octo Opus legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Octo Opus 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 Octo Opus legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Octo Opus 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 Octo Opus from? Details

This printing of Octo Opus is from UNF (UNF), with collector number 340.

Octo Opus may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Octo Opus's rarity? Details

Octo Opus is a uncommon card in UNF.

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

Who illustrated Octo Opus? Details

Octo Opus was illustrated by Tomek Larek.

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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