Quick Answer

Vhal, Eager Scholar is a uncommon Legendary Creature — Human Wizard from HBG (HBG) costing {2}{U}.

Vhal, Eager Scholar MTG card

Vhal, Eager Scholar

Legendary Creature — Human Wizard

Card Text

Specialize {5} {T}: Draw a card, then discard a card. Put a study counter on Vhal, Eager Scholar.

Card Stats

2/2 uncommon CMC: 3.0 HBG HBG 🎨 David Gaillet
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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vhal, Eager Scholar? Basics

Vhal, Eager Scholar is a Legendary Creature — Human Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Specialize {5} {T}: Draw a card, then discard a card. Put a study counter on Vhal, Eager Scholar."

How much mana does Vhal, Eager Scholar cost to cast? Basics

Vhal, Eager Scholar has a mana cost of {2}{U}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Vhal, Eager Scholar's mana cost of {2}{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.

Vhal, Eager Scholar 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.

Vhal, Eager Scholar's current oracle text is: "Specialize {5} {T}: Draw a card, then discard a card. Put a study counter on Vhal, Eager Scholar."

What is the current price of Vhal, Eager Scholar? Pricing

Price data for Vhal, Eager Scholar is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Vhal, Eager Scholar? Pricing

You can purchase Vhal, Eager Scholar 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 Vhal, Eager Scholar legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Vhal, Eager Scholar in Standard is not available.

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

Is Vhal, Eager Scholar legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Vhal, Eager Scholar in Modern is not available.

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

Is Vhal, Eager Scholar legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Vhal, Eager Scholar in Commander is not available.

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

Is Vhal, Eager Scholar legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Vhal, Eager Scholar in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Vhal, Eager Scholar legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Vhal, Eager Scholar in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Vhal, Eager Scholar legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Vhal, Eager Scholar 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 Vhal, Eager Scholar legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Vhal, Eager Scholar 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 Vhal, Eager Scholar from? Details

This printing of Vhal, Eager Scholar is from HBG (HBG), with collector number 8.

Vhal, Eager Scholar may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Vhal, Eager Scholar's rarity? Details

Vhal, Eager Scholar is a uncommon card in HBG.

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

Who illustrated Vhal, Eager Scholar? Details

Vhal, Eager Scholar was illustrated by David Gaillet.

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

What is Vhal, Eager Scholar's power and toughness? Details

Vhal, Eager Scholar 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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