Quick Answer

Propagator Primordium is a rare Creature — Fungus from YLCI (YLCI) costing {1}{G}.

Propagator Primordium MTG card

Propagator Primordium

Creature — Fungus

Card Text

When Propagator Primordium enters, conjure two cards named Propagator Primordium into your graveyard. At the beginning of your upkeep, put a spore counter on Propagator Primordium. Remove three spore counters from Propagator Primordium: Return target Fungus creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield.

Card Stats

3/3 rare CMC: 2.0 YLCI YLCI 🎨 Daniel Romanovsky
Conjure

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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Propagator Primordium? Basics

Propagator Primordium is a Creature — Fungus card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When Propagator Primordium enters, conjure two cards named Propagator Primordium into your graveyard. At the beginning of your upkeep, put a spore counter on Propagator Primordium. Remove three spore counters from Propagator Primordium: Return target Fungus creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield."

How much mana does Propagator Primordium cost to cast? Basics

Propagator Primordium has a mana cost of {1}{G}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Propagator Primordium's mana cost of {1}{G} 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.

Propagator Primordium has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Propagator Primordium's current oracle text is: "When Propagator Primordium enters, conjure two cards named Propagator Primordium into your graveyard. At the beginning of your upkeep, put a spore counter on Propagator Primordium. Remove three spore counters from Propagator Primordium: Return target Fungus creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield."

What is the current price of Propagator Primordium? Pricing

Price data for Propagator Primordium is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Propagator Primordium? Pricing

You can purchase Propagator Primordium 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 Propagator Primordium legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Propagator Primordium in Standard is not available.

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

Is Propagator Primordium legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Propagator Primordium in Modern is not available.

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

Is Propagator Primordium legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Propagator Primordium in Commander is not available.

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

Is Propagator Primordium legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Propagator Primordium in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Propagator Primordium legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Propagator Primordium in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Propagator Primordium legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Propagator Primordium 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 Propagator Primordium legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Propagator Primordium 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 Propagator Primordium from? Details

This printing of Propagator Primordium is from YLCI (YLCI), with collector number 20.

Propagator Primordium may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Propagator Primordium's rarity? Details

Propagator Primordium is a rare card in YLCI.

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

Who illustrated Propagator Primordium? Details

Propagator Primordium was illustrated by Daniel Romanovsky.

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

What is Propagator Primordium's power and toughness? Details

Propagator Primordium is a 3/3 creature.

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

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