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Skyshroud Lookout is a uncommon Creature — Elf Archer from J21 (J21) costing {1}{G}.

Skyshroud Lookout MTG card

Skyshroud Lookout

Creature — Elf Archer

Card Text

Reach When this creature enters, seek an Elf card.

Card Stats

1/1 uncommon CMC: 2.0 J21 J21 🎨 Olena Richards
Reach Seek

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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Skyshroud Lookout? Basics

Skyshroud Lookout is a Creature — Elf Archer card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Reach When this creature enters, seek an Elf card."

How much mana does Skyshroud Lookout cost to cast? Basics

Skyshroud Lookout 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.

Skyshroud Lookout'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.

Skyshroud Lookout 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.

Skyshroud Lookout's current oracle text is: "Reach When this creature enters, seek an Elf card."

What is the current price of Skyshroud Lookout? Pricing

Price data for Skyshroud Lookout is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Skyshroud Lookout? Pricing

You can purchase Skyshroud Lookout 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 Skyshroud Lookout legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Skyshroud Lookout in Standard is not available.

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

Is Skyshroud Lookout legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Skyshroud Lookout in Modern is not available.

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

Is Skyshroud Lookout legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Skyshroud Lookout in Commander is not available.

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

Is Skyshroud Lookout legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Skyshroud Lookout in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Skyshroud Lookout legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Skyshroud Lookout in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Skyshroud Lookout legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Skyshroud Lookout 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 Skyshroud Lookout legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Skyshroud Lookout 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 Skyshroud Lookout from? Details

This printing of Skyshroud Lookout is from J21 (J21), with collector number 30.

Skyshroud Lookout may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Skyshroud Lookout's rarity? Details

Skyshroud Lookout is a uncommon card in J21.

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

Who illustrated Skyshroud Lookout? Details

Skyshroud Lookout was illustrated by Olena Richards.

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

What is Skyshroud Lookout's power and toughness? Details

Skyshroud Lookout is a 1/1 creature.

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

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