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Argothian Opportunist is a common Creature — Human Scout from PLST (PLST) costing {2}{G}. Current price: $0.06 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Argothian Opportunist MTG card

Argothian Opportunist

Creature — Human Scout

Card Text

When this creature enters, create a tapped Powerstone token. (It's an artifact with "{T}: Add {C}. This mana can't be spent to cast a nonartifact spell.")

"Nature adapts. So should we."

Card Stats

3/2 common CMC: 3.0 PLST PLST 🎨 Ina Wong

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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Argothian Opportunist? Basics

Argothian Opportunist is a Creature — Human Scout card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, create a tapped Powerstone token. (It's an artifact with "{T}: Add {C}. This mana can't be spent to cast a nonartifact spell.")"

How much mana does Argothian Opportunist cost to cast? Basics

Argothian Opportunist 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.

Argothian Opportunist'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.

Argothian Opportunist 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.

Argothian Opportunist's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, create a tapped Powerstone token. (It's an artifact with "{T}: Add {C}. This mana can't be spent to cast a nonartifact spell.")"

What is the current price of Argothian Opportunist? Pricing

The current market price for Argothian Opportunist is approximately $0.06 USD on TCGPlayer.

Where can I buy Argothian Opportunist? Pricing

You can purchase Argothian Opportunist 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 Opportunist legal in Standard? Legality

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

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

Is Argothian Opportunist legal in Modern? Legality

Argothian Opportunist is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Argothian Opportunist legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Argothian Opportunist 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 Opportunist legal in Pioneer? Legality

Argothian Opportunist is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Argothian Opportunist legal in Legacy? Legality

Argothian Opportunist is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Argothian Opportunist legal in Vintage? Legality

Argothian Opportunist 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 Opportunist legal in Pauper? Legality

Argothian Opportunist is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Opportunist from? Details

This printing of Argothian Opportunist is from PLST (PLST), with collector number BRO-167.

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

What is Argothian Opportunist's rarity? Details

Argothian Opportunist is a common card in PLST.

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

Who illustrated Argothian Opportunist? Details

Argothian Opportunist was illustrated by Ina Wong.

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 Opportunist's power and toughness? Details

Argothian Opportunist is a 3/2 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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