Quick Answer

Bloodbraid Elf is a uncommon Creature — Elf Berserker from 2X2 (2X2) costing {2}{R}{G}. Current price: $0.15 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Bloodbraid Elf MTG card

Bloodbraid Elf

Creature — Elf Berserker

Card Text

Haste (This creature can attack and {T} as soon as it comes under your control.) Cascade (When you cast this spell, exile cards from the top of your library until you exile a nonland card that costs less. You may cast it without paying its mana cost. Put the exiled cards on the bottom in a random order.)

Card Stats

3/2 uncommon CMC: 4.0 2X2 2X2 🎨 Raymond Swanland
Cascade Haste

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.15
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TCGPlayer
$0.21
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.40
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Cardmarket
€0.33
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (17 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bloodbraid Elf? Basics

Bloodbraid Elf is a Creature — Elf Berserker card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Haste (This creature can attack and {T} as soon as it comes under your control.) Cascade (When you cast this spell, exile cards from the top of your library until you exile a nonland card that costs less. You may cast it without paying its mana cost. Put the exiled cards on the bottom in a random order.)"

How much mana does Bloodbraid Elf cost to cast? Basics

Bloodbraid Elf has a mana cost of {2}{R}{G}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G, R 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.

Bloodbraid Elf's mana cost of {2}{R}{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.

Bloodbraid Elf 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.

Bloodbraid Elf's current oracle text is: "Haste (This creature can attack and {T} as soon as it comes under your control.) Cascade (When you cast this spell, exile cards from the top of your library until you exile a nonland card that costs less. You may cast it without paying its mana cost. Put the exiled cards on the bottom in a random order.)"

What is the current price of Bloodbraid Elf? Pricing

The current market price for Bloodbraid Elf is approximately $0.15 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.21 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.4 EUR.

Where can I buy Bloodbraid Elf? Pricing

You can purchase Bloodbraid Elf 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.

Bloodbraid Elf normal: $0.15 | foil: $0.21

Is Bloodbraid Elf legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Bloodbraid Elf in Standard is not available.

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

Is Bloodbraid Elf legal in Modern? Legality

Bloodbraid Elf is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Bloodbraid Elf legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Bloodbraid Elf 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 Bloodbraid Elf legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Bloodbraid Elf in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Bloodbraid Elf legal in Legacy? Legality

Bloodbraid Elf is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Bloodbraid Elf legal in Vintage? Legality

Bloodbraid Elf 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 Bloodbraid Elf legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Bloodbraid Elf 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 Bloodbraid Elf from? Details

This printing of Bloodbraid Elf is from 2X2 (2X2), with collector number 184.

Bloodbraid Elf may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Bloodbraid Elf's rarity? Details

Bloodbraid Elf is a uncommon card in 2X2.

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

Who illustrated Bloodbraid Elf? Details

Bloodbraid Elf was illustrated by Raymond Swanland.

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

What is Bloodbraid Elf's power and toughness? Details

Bloodbraid Elf 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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