Quick Answer

Basking Rootwalla is a common Creature — Lizard from DDD (DDD) costing {G}. Current price: $0.12 USD. Legal in Commander.

Basking Rootwalla MTG card

Basking Rootwalla

Creature — Lizard

Card Text

{1}{G}: This creature gets +2/+2 until end of turn. Activate only once each turn. Madness {0} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)

Card Stats

1/1 common CMC: 1.0 DDD DDD 🎨 Heather Hudson
Madness

Market Prices

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$0.12
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$0.35
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€0.15
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (10 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Basking Rootwalla? Basics

Basking Rootwalla is a Creature — Lizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{1}{G}: This creature gets +2/+2 until end of turn. Activate only once each turn. Madness {0} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)"

How much mana does Basking Rootwalla cost to cast? Basics

Basking Rootwalla has a mana cost of {G}, which equals 1.0 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.

Basking Rootwalla's mana cost of {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.

Basking Rootwalla has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Basking Rootwalla's current oracle text is: "{1}{G}: This creature gets +2/+2 until end of turn. Activate only once each turn. Madness {0} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)"

What is the current price of Basking Rootwalla? Pricing

The current market price for Basking Rootwalla is approximately $0.12 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.15 EUR.

Where can I buy Basking Rootwalla? Pricing

You can purchase Basking Rootwalla 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 Basking Rootwalla legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Basking Rootwalla in Standard is not available.

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

Is Basking Rootwalla legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Basking Rootwalla in Modern is not available.

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

Is Basking Rootwalla legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Basking Rootwalla 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 Basking Rootwalla legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Basking Rootwalla in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Basking Rootwalla legal in Legacy? Legality

Basking Rootwalla is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Basking Rootwalla legal in Vintage? Legality

Basking Rootwalla 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 Basking Rootwalla legal in Pauper? Legality

Basking Rootwalla 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 Basking Rootwalla from? Details

This printing of Basking Rootwalla is from DDD (DDD), with collector number 2.

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

What is Basking Rootwalla's rarity? Details

Basking Rootwalla is a common card in DDD.

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

Who illustrated Basking Rootwalla? Details

Basking Rootwalla was illustrated by Heather Hudson.

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

What is Basking Rootwalla's power and toughness? Details

Basking Rootwalla is a 1/1 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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