Quick Answer

Armored Galleon is a uncommon Creature — Human Pirate from P02 (P02) costing {4}{U}. Current price: $1.03 USD. Legal in Commander.

Armored Galleon MTG card

Armored Galleon

Creature — Human Pirate

Card Text

This creature can't attack unless defending player controls an Island.

"Information equals profits. Our merchants sell it, or our pirates use it." —Jefan, Talas ship captain

Card Stats

5/4 uncommon CMC: 5.0 P02 P02 🎨 Doug Chaffee

Market Prices

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$1.03
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$1.79
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€0.84
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Armored Galleon? Basics

Armored Galleon is a Creature — Human Pirate card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "This creature can't attack unless defending player controls an Island."

How much mana does Armored Galleon cost to cast? Basics

Armored Galleon has a mana cost of {4}{U}, which equals 5.0 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.

Armored Galleon's mana cost of {4}{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.

Armored Galleon 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.

Armored Galleon's current oracle text is: "This creature can't attack unless defending player controls an Island."

What is the current price of Armored Galleon? Pricing

The current market price for Armored Galleon is approximately $1.03 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.84 EUR.

Where can I buy Armored Galleon? Pricing

You can purchase Armored Galleon 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 Armored Galleon legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Armored Galleon in Standard is not available.

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

Is Armored Galleon legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Armored Galleon in Modern is not available.

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

Is Armored Galleon legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Armored Galleon 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 Armored Galleon legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Armored Galleon in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Armored Galleon legal in Legacy? Legality

Armored Galleon is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Armored Galleon legal in Vintage? Legality

Armored Galleon 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 Armored Galleon legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Armored Galleon 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 Armored Galleon from? Details

This printing of Armored Galleon is from P02 (P02), with collector number 33.

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

What is Armored Galleon's rarity? Details

Armored Galleon is a uncommon card in P02.

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

Who illustrated Armored Galleon? Details

Armored Galleon was illustrated by Doug Chaffee.

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

What is Armored Galleon's power and toughness? Details

Armored Galleon is a 5/4 creature.

Power (5) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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