Quick Answer

The Cobra King is a rare Legendary Creature — Snake Hawk Warrior from UNK (UNK) costing {4}{G}{U}.

The Cobra King MTG card

The Cobra King

Legendary Creature — Snake Hawk Warrior

Card Text

At the beginning of each player's upkeep, create a 1/1 blue Serpent creature token named Cobra Coil. When you do, if you control five or more Snakes and/or Serpents, choose one — • Strike first — Target Snake or Serpent you control fights target creature an opponent controls. • Strike hard — Put a +1/+1 counter on each Snake and Serpent you control.

Card Stats

5/2 rare CMC: 6.0 UNK UNK
Fight Strike first Strike hard

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Cobra King? Basics

The Cobra King is a Legendary Creature — Snake Hawk Warrior card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "At the beginning of each player's upkeep, create a 1/1 blue Serpent creature token named Cobra Coil. When you do, if you control five or more Snakes and/or Serpents, choose one — • Strike first — Target Snake or Serpent you control fights target creature an opponent controls. • Strike hard — Put a +1/+1 counter on each Snake and Serpent you control."

How much mana does The Cobra King cost to cast? Basics

The Cobra King has a mana cost of {4}{G}{U}, which equals 6.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G, U 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.

The Cobra King's mana cost of {4}{G}{U} 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.

The Cobra King has a mana value of 6.0. 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.

The Cobra King's current oracle text is: "At the beginning of each player's upkeep, create a 1/1 blue Serpent creature token named Cobra Coil. When you do, if you control five or more Snakes and/or Serpents, choose one — • Strike first — Target Snake or Serpent you control fights target creature an opponent controls. • Strike hard — Put a +1/+1 counter on each Snake and Serpent you control."

What is the current price of The Cobra King? Pricing

Price data for The Cobra King is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy The Cobra King? Pricing

You can purchase The Cobra King 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 The Cobra King legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for The Cobra King in Standard is not available.

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

Is The Cobra King legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for The Cobra King in Modern is not available.

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

Is The Cobra King legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for The Cobra King in Commander is not available.

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

Is The Cobra King legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for The Cobra King in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is The Cobra King legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for The Cobra King in Legacy is not available.

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

Is The Cobra King legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for The Cobra King 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 The Cobra King legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for The Cobra King 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 The Cobra King from? Details

This printing of The Cobra King is from UNK (UNK), with collector number RZ06.

The Cobra King may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is The Cobra King's rarity? Details

The Cobra King is a rare card in UNK.

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

Who illustrated The Cobra King? Details

The Cobra King was illustrated by an unknown artist.

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

What is The Cobra King's power and toughness? Details

The Cobra King is a 5/2 creature.

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

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