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Runic Armasaur is a rare Creature — Dinosaur from M19 (M19) costing {1}{G}{G}. Current price: $0.92 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Runic Armasaur MTG card

Runic Armasaur

Creature — Dinosaur

Card Text

Whenever an opponent activates an ability of a creature or land that isn't a mana ability, you may draw a card.

The Sun Empire's most sacred sites are protected by more than prayers.

Card Stats

2/5 rare CMC: 3.0 M19 M19 🎨 Randy Vargas

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Market Prices

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$0.92
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TCGPlayer
$5.04
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$1.49
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$6.99
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€1.16
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€4.47
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

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 (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Runic Armasaur? Basics

Runic Armasaur is a Creature — Dinosaur card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever an opponent activates an ability of a creature or land that isn't a mana ability, you may draw a card."

How much mana does Runic Armasaur cost to cast? Basics

Runic Armasaur has a mana cost of {1}{G}{G}, which equals 3.0 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.

Runic Armasaur's mana cost of {1}{G}{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.

Runic Armasaur 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.

Runic Armasaur's current oracle text is: "Whenever an opponent activates an ability of a creature or land that isn't a mana ability, you may draw a card."

What is the current price of Runic Armasaur? Pricing

The current market price for Runic Armasaur is approximately $0.92 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $5.04 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.16 EUR.

Where can I buy Runic Armasaur? Pricing

You can purchase Runic Armasaur 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.

Runic Armasaur normal: $0.92 | foil: $5.04

Is Runic Armasaur legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Runic Armasaur in Standard is not available.

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

Is Runic Armasaur legal in Modern? Legality

Runic Armasaur is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Runic Armasaur legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Runic Armasaur 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 Runic Armasaur legal in Pioneer? Legality

Runic Armasaur is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Runic Armasaur legal in Legacy? Legality

Runic Armasaur is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Runic Armasaur legal in Vintage? Legality

Runic Armasaur 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 Runic Armasaur legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Runic Armasaur 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 Runic Armasaur from? Details

This printing of Runic Armasaur is from M19 (M19), with collector number 200.

Runic Armasaur may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Runic Armasaur's rarity? Details

Runic Armasaur is a rare card in M19.

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

Who illustrated Runic Armasaur? Details

Runic Armasaur was illustrated by Randy Vargas.

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

What is Runic Armasaur's power and toughness? Details

Runic Armasaur is a 2/5 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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