Quick Answer

Black Poplar Shaman is a common Creature — Treefolk Shaman from LRW (LRW) costing {2}{B}. Current price: $0.25 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Black Poplar Shaman MTG card

Black Poplar Shaman

Creature — Treefolk Shaman

Card Text

{2}{B}: Regenerate target Treefolk.

It absorbs the pain of other treefolk, which leaves it bitter, yet addicted to the sensation of agony.

Card Stats

1/3 common CMC: 3.0 LRW LRW 🎨 Mark Poole

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.25
Normal
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TCGPlayer
$1.55
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$1.99
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.09
Normal
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Cardmarket
€0.90
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-08

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Black Poplar Shaman? Basics

Black Poplar Shaman is a Creature — Treefolk Shaman card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{2}{B}: Regenerate target Treefolk."

How much mana does Black Poplar Shaman cost to cast? Basics

Black Poplar Shaman has a mana cost of {2}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Black Poplar Shaman's mana cost of {2}{B} 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.

Black Poplar Shaman 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.

Black Poplar Shaman's current oracle text is: "{2}{B}: Regenerate target Treefolk."

What is the current price of Black Poplar Shaman? Pricing

The current market price for Black Poplar Shaman is approximately $0.25 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.55 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.09 EUR.

Where can I buy Black Poplar Shaman? Pricing

You can purchase Black Poplar Shaman 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.

Black Poplar Shaman normal: $0.25 | foil: $1.55

Is Black Poplar Shaman legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Black Poplar Shaman in Standard is not available.

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

Is Black Poplar Shaman legal in Modern? Legality

Black Poplar Shaman is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Black Poplar Shaman legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Black Poplar Shaman 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 Black Poplar Shaman legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Black Poplar Shaman in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Black Poplar Shaman legal in Legacy? Legality

Black Poplar Shaman is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Black Poplar Shaman legal in Vintage? Legality

Black Poplar Shaman 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 Black Poplar Shaman legal in Pauper? Legality

Black Poplar Shaman 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 Black Poplar Shaman from? Details

This printing of Black Poplar Shaman is from LRW (LRW), with collector number 99.

Black Poplar Shaman may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Black Poplar Shaman's rarity? Details

Black Poplar Shaman is a common card in LRW.

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

Who illustrated Black Poplar Shaman? Details

Black Poplar Shaman was illustrated by Mark Poole.

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

What is Black Poplar Shaman's power and toughness? Details

Black Poplar Shaman is a 1/3 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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