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Arbor Colossus is a rare Creature — Giant from C15 (C15) costing {2}{G}{G}{G}. Current price: $0.18 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Arbor Colossus MTG card

Arbor Colossus

Creature — Giant

Card Text

Reach {3}{G}{G}{G}: Monstrosity 3. (If this creature isn't monstrous, put three +1/+1 counters on it and it becomes monstrous.) When this creature becomes monstrous, destroy target creature with flying an opponent controls.

Card Stats

6/6 rare CMC: 5.0 C15 C15 🎨 Jaime Jones
Monstrosity Reach

Market Prices

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$0.18
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$0.49
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€0.17
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arbor Colossus? Basics

Arbor Colossus is a Creature — Giant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Reach {3}{G}{G}{G}: Monstrosity 3. (If this creature isn't monstrous, put three +1/+1 counters on it and it becomes monstrous.) When this creature becomes monstrous, destroy target creature with flying an opponent controls."

How much mana does Arbor Colossus cost to cast? Basics

Arbor Colossus has a mana cost of {2}{G}{G}{G}, which equals 5.0 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.

Arbor Colossus's mana cost of {2}{G}{G}{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.

Arbor Colossus has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Arbor Colossus's current oracle text is: "Reach {3}{G}{G}{G}: Monstrosity 3. (If this creature isn't monstrous, put three +1/+1 counters on it and it becomes monstrous.) When this creature becomes monstrous, destroy target creature with flying an opponent controls."

What is the current price of Arbor Colossus? Pricing

The current market price for Arbor Colossus is approximately $0.18 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.17 EUR.

Where can I buy Arbor Colossus? Pricing

You can purchase Arbor Colossus 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 Arbor Colossus legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Arbor Colossus in Standard is not available.

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

Is Arbor Colossus legal in Modern? Legality

Arbor Colossus is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Arbor Colossus legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Arbor Colossus 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 Arbor Colossus legal in Pioneer? Legality

Arbor Colossus is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Arbor Colossus legal in Legacy? Legality

Arbor Colossus is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Arbor Colossus legal in Vintage? Legality

Arbor Colossus 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 Arbor Colossus legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Arbor Colossus 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 Arbor Colossus from? Details

This printing of Arbor Colossus is from C15 (C15), with collector number 174.

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

What is Arbor Colossus's rarity? Details

Arbor Colossus is a rare card in C15.

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

Who illustrated Arbor Colossus? Details

Arbor Colossus was illustrated by Jaime Jones.

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

What is Arbor Colossus's power and toughness? Details

Arbor Colossus is a 6/6 creature.

Power (6) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (6) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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