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Topography Tracker is a rare Creature — Merfolk Scout from LCC (LCC) costing {2}{G}. Current price: $0.35 USD. Legal in Commander.

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Topography Tracker

Creature — Merfolk Scout

Card Text

When this creature enters, create a Map token. (It's an artifact with "{1}, {T}, Sacrifice this token: Target creature you control explores. Activate only as a sorcery.") If a creature you control would explore, instead it explores, then it explores again.

"Good thing I'm not afraid of heights."

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 3.0 LCC LCC 🎨 Lindsey Look
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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 Topography Tracker? Basics

Topography Tracker is a Creature — Merfolk Scout card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, create a Map token. (It's an artifact with "{1}, {T}, Sacrifice this token: Target creature you control explores. Activate only as a sorcery.") If a creature you control would explore, instead it explores, then it explores again."

How much mana does Topography Tracker cost to cast? Basics

Topography Tracker 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.

Topography Tracker'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.

Topography Tracker 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.

Topography Tracker's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, create a Map token. (It's an artifact with "{1}, {T}, Sacrifice this token: Target creature you control explores. Activate only as a sorcery.") If a creature you control would explore, instead it explores, then it explores again."

What is the current price of Topography Tracker? Pricing

The current market price for Topography Tracker is approximately $0.35 USD on TCGPlayer.

Where can I buy Topography Tracker? Pricing

You can purchase Topography Tracker 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 Topography Tracker legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Topography Tracker in Standard is not available.

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

Is Topography Tracker legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Topography Tracker in Modern is not available.

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

Is Topography Tracker legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Topography Tracker 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 Topography Tracker legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Topography Tracker in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Topography Tracker legal in Legacy? Legality

Topography Tracker is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Topography Tracker legal in Vintage? Legality

Topography Tracker 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 Topography Tracker legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Topography Tracker 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 Topography Tracker from? Details

This printing of Topography Tracker is from LCC (LCC), with collector number 63.

Topography Tracker may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Topography Tracker's rarity? Details

Topography Tracker is a rare card in LCC.

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

Who illustrated Topography Tracker? Details

Topography Tracker was illustrated by Lindsey Look.

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

What is Topography Tracker's power and toughness? Details

Topography Tracker is a 2/2 creature.

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

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