Quick Answer

Argothian Elder is a uncommon Creature — Elf Druid from BRB (BRB) costing {3}{G}. Current price: $0.65 USD. Legal in Commander.

Argothian Elder MTG card

Argothian Elder

Creature — Elf Druid

Card Text

{T}: Untap two target lands.

Sharpen your ears —Elvish expression meaning "grow wiser"

Card Stats

2/2 uncommon CMC: 4.0 BRB BRB 🎨 DiTerlizzi

Market Prices

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$0.65
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$0.49
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€2.18
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Argothian Elder? Basics

Argothian Elder is a Creature — Elf Druid card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{T}: Untap two target lands."

How much mana does Argothian Elder cost to cast? Basics

Argothian Elder has a mana cost of {3}{G}, which equals 4.0 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.

Argothian Elder's mana cost of {3}{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.

Argothian Elder has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Argothian Elder's current oracle text is: "{T}: Untap two target lands."

What is the current price of Argothian Elder? Pricing

The current market price for Argothian Elder is approximately $0.65 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €2.18 EUR.

Where can I buy Argothian Elder? Pricing

You can purchase Argothian Elder 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 Argothian Elder legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Argothian Elder in Standard is not available.

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

Is Argothian Elder legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Argothian Elder in Modern is not available.

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

Is Argothian Elder legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Argothian Elder 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 Argothian Elder legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Argothian Elder in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Argothian Elder legal in Legacy? Legality

Argothian Elder is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Argothian Elder legal in Vintage? Legality

Argothian Elder 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 Argothian Elder legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Argothian Elder 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 Argothian Elder from? Details

This printing of Argothian Elder is from BRB (BRB), with collector number 6.

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

What is Argothian Elder's rarity? Details

Argothian Elder is a uncommon card in BRB.

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

Who illustrated Argothian Elder? Details

Argothian Elder was illustrated by DiTerlizzi.

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

What is Argothian Elder's power and toughness? Details

Argothian Elder 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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