Quick Answer

Scurry Oak is a uncommon Creature — Treefolk from PLST (PLST) costing {2}{G}. Current price: $1.09 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Scurry Oak MTG card

Scurry Oak

Creature — Treefolk

Card Text

Evolve (Whenever a creature you control enters, if that creature has greater power or toughness than this creature, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.) Whenever one or more +1/+1 counters are put on this creature, you may create a 1/1 green Squirrel creature token.

Card Stats

1/2 uncommon CMC: 3.0 PLST PLST 🎨 Mark Zug
Evolve

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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scurry Oak? Basics

Scurry Oak is a Creature — Treefolk card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Evolve (Whenever a creature you control enters, if that creature has greater power or toughness than this creature, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.) Whenever one or more +1/+1 counters are put on this creature, you may create a 1/1 green Squirrel creature token."

How much mana does Scurry Oak cost to cast? Basics

Scurry Oak has a mana cost of {2}{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.

Scurry Oak's mana cost of {2}{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.

Scurry Oak 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.

Scurry Oak's current oracle text is: "Evolve (Whenever a creature you control enters, if that creature has greater power or toughness than this creature, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.) Whenever one or more +1/+1 counters are put on this creature, you may create a 1/1 green Squirrel creature token."

What is the current price of Scurry Oak? Pricing

The current market price for Scurry Oak is approximately $1.09 USD on TCGPlayer.

Where can I buy Scurry Oak? Pricing

You can purchase Scurry Oak 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 Scurry Oak legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Scurry Oak in Standard is not available.

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

Is Scurry Oak legal in Modern? Legality

Scurry Oak is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Scurry Oak legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Scurry Oak 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 Scurry Oak legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Scurry Oak in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Scurry Oak legal in Legacy? Legality

Scurry Oak is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Scurry Oak legal in Vintage? Legality

Scurry Oak 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 Scurry Oak legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Scurry Oak 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 Scurry Oak from? Details

This printing of Scurry Oak is from PLST (PLST), with collector number MH2-172.

Scurry Oak may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Scurry Oak's rarity? Details

Scurry Oak is a uncommon card in PLST.

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

Who illustrated Scurry Oak? Details

Scurry Oak was illustrated by Mark Zug.

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

What is Scurry Oak's power and toughness? Details

Scurry Oak is a 1/2 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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