Quick Answer

Spitting Dilophosaurus is a rare Creature — Dinosaur from REX (REX) costing {2}{B}. Legal in Commander.

Spitting Dilophosaurus MTG card

Spitting Dilophosaurus

Creature — Dinosaur

Card Text

Whenever this creature enters or attacks, put a -1/-1 counter on up to one target creature. Creatures your opponents control with -1/-1 counters on them can't block.

"Nice boy . . . nice boy. Nice dinosaur!"

Card Stats

3/2 rare CMC: 3.0 REX REX 🎨 Francisco Badilla

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$317.71
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$279.99
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€118.22
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spitting Dilophosaurus? Basics

Spitting Dilophosaurus is a Creature — Dinosaur card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever this creature enters or attacks, put a -1/-1 counter on up to one target creature. Creatures your opponents control with -1/-1 counters on them can't block."

How much mana does Spitting Dilophosaurus cost to cast? Basics

Spitting Dilophosaurus has a mana cost of {2}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Spitting Dilophosaurus's mana cost of {2}{B} 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.

Spitting Dilophosaurus 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.

Spitting Dilophosaurus's current oracle text is: "Whenever this creature enters or attacks, put a -1/-1 counter on up to one target creature. Creatures your opponents control with -1/-1 counters on them can't block."

What is the current price of Spitting Dilophosaurus? Pricing

Price data for Spitting Dilophosaurus is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Spitting Dilophosaurus? Pricing

You can purchase Spitting Dilophosaurus 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 Spitting Dilophosaurus legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Spitting Dilophosaurus in Standard is not available.

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

Is Spitting Dilophosaurus legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Spitting Dilophosaurus in Modern is not available.

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

Is Spitting Dilophosaurus legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Spitting Dilophosaurus 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 Spitting Dilophosaurus legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Spitting Dilophosaurus in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Spitting Dilophosaurus legal in Legacy? Legality

Spitting Dilophosaurus is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Spitting Dilophosaurus legal in Vintage? Legality

Spitting Dilophosaurus 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 Spitting Dilophosaurus legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Spitting Dilophosaurus 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 Spitting Dilophosaurus from? Details

This printing of Spitting Dilophosaurus is from REX (REX), with collector number 29.

Spitting Dilophosaurus may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Spitting Dilophosaurus's rarity? Details

Spitting Dilophosaurus is a rare card in REX.

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

Who illustrated Spitting Dilophosaurus? Details

Spitting Dilophosaurus was illustrated by Francisco Badilla.

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

What is Spitting Dilophosaurus's power and toughness? Details

Spitting Dilophosaurus is a 3/2 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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