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The Gunky Runner is a rare Legendary Creature — Slug Gamer from UNK (UNK) costing {5}{B}.

The Gunky Runner MTG card

The Gunky Runner

Legendary Creature — Slug Gamer

Card Text

Ew-minance — When The Gunky Runner enters and at the beginning of the first upkeep in a game where it's your commander, shuffle three Gunk cards into each opponent's library. (Gunk is a colorless sorcery card with no mana cost and cycling {4}.) Whenever an opponent loses life, they shuffle that many Gunk cards into their library. Ready to run (You can have two commanders if both have ready to run.)

Card Stats

5/5 rare CMC: 6.0 UNK UNK
Ew-minance

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Gunky Runner? Basics

The Gunky Runner is a Legendary Creature — Slug Gamer card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Ew-minance — When The Gunky Runner enters and at the beginning of the first upkeep in a game where it's your commander, shuffle three Gunk cards into each opponent's library. (Gunk is a colorless sorcery card with no mana cost and cycling {4}.) Whenever an opponent loses life, they shuffle that many Gunk cards into their library. Ready to run (You can have two commanders if both have ready to run.)"

How much mana does The Gunky Runner cost to cast? Basics

The Gunky Runner has a mana cost of {5}{B}, which equals 6.0 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.

The Gunky Runner's mana cost of {5}{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.

The Gunky Runner 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 Gunky Runner's current oracle text is: "Ew-minance — When The Gunky Runner enters and at the beginning of the first upkeep in a game where it's your commander, shuffle three Gunk cards into each opponent's library. (Gunk is a colorless sorcery card with no mana cost and cycling {4}.) Whenever an opponent loses life, they shuffle that many Gunk cards into their library. Ready to run (You can have two commanders if both have ready to run.)"

What is the current price of The Gunky Runner? Pricing

Price data for The Gunky Runner is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy The Gunky Runner? Pricing

You can purchase The Gunky Runner 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 Gunky Runner legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for The Gunky Runner in Standard is not available.

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

Is The Gunky Runner legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for The Gunky Runner in Modern is not available.

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

Is The Gunky Runner legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for The Gunky Runner 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 Gunky Runner legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for The Gunky Runner in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is The Gunky Runner legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for The Gunky Runner in Legacy is not available.

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

Is The Gunky Runner legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for The Gunky Runner 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 Gunky Runner legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for The Gunky Runner 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 Gunky Runner from? Details

This printing of The Gunky Runner is from UNK (UNK), with collector number RB04.

The Gunky Runner may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is The Gunky Runner's rarity? Details

The Gunky Runner 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 Gunky Runner? Details

The Gunky Runner 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 Gunky Runner's power and toughness? Details

The Gunky Runner is a 5/5 creature.

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

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