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Zoanthrope is a rare Creature — Tyranid from 40K (40K) costing {X}{U}{R}. Current price: $0.84 USD. Legal in Commander.

Zoanthrope MTG card

Zoanthrope

Creature — Tyranid

Card Text

Ravenous (This creature enters with X +1/+1 counters on it. If X is 5 or more, draw a card when it enters.) Flying, ward {2} Warp Blast — When this creature enters, it deals X damage to any target.

Card Stats

0/0 rare CMC: 2.0 40K 40K 🎨 Billy Christian
Flying Ravenous Ward Warp Blast

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Market Prices

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$0.84
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$0.99
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$4.49
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€0.39
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€1.90
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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 Zoanthrope? Basics

Zoanthrope is a Creature — Tyranid card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Ravenous (This creature enters with X +1/+1 counters on it. If X is 5 or more, draw a card when it enters.) Flying, ward {2} Warp Blast — When this creature enters, it deals X damage to any target."

How much mana does Zoanthrope cost to cast? Basics

Zoanthrope has a mana cost of {X}{U}{R}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R, 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.

Zoanthrope's mana cost of {X}{U}{R} 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.

Zoanthrope has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Zoanthrope's current oracle text is: "Ravenous (This creature enters with X +1/+1 counters on it. If X is 5 or more, draw a card when it enters.) Flying, ward {2} Warp Blast — When this creature enters, it deals X damage to any target."

What is the current price of Zoanthrope? Pricing

The current market price for Zoanthrope is approximately $0.84 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.39 EUR.

Where can I buy Zoanthrope? Pricing

You can purchase Zoanthrope 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 Zoanthrope legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Zoanthrope in Standard is not available.

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

Is Zoanthrope legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Zoanthrope in Modern is not available.

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

Is Zoanthrope legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Zoanthrope 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 Zoanthrope legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Zoanthrope in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Zoanthrope legal in Legacy? Legality

Zoanthrope is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Zoanthrope legal in Vintage? Legality

Zoanthrope 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 Zoanthrope legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Zoanthrope 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 Zoanthrope from? Details

This printing of Zoanthrope is from 40K (40K), with collector number 149.

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

What is Zoanthrope's rarity? Details

Zoanthrope is a rare card in 40K.

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

Who illustrated Zoanthrope? Details

Zoanthrope was illustrated by Billy Christian.

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

What is Zoanthrope's power and toughness? Details

Zoanthrope is a 0/0 creature.

Power (0) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (0) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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