Quick Answer

Brineborn Cutthroat is a uncommon Creature — Merfolk Pirate from GN3 (GN3) costing {1}{U}. Current price: $0.14 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Brineborn Cutthroat MTG card

Brineborn Cutthroat

Creature — Merfolk Pirate

Card Text

Flash (You may cast this spell any time you could cast an instant.) Whenever you cast a spell during an opponent's turn, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.

"I always attack from where their spyglasses can't see."

Card Stats

2/1 uncommon CMC: 2.0 GN3 GN3 🎨 Caio Monteiro
Flash

Market Prices

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$0.14
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$0.35
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€0.03
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brineborn Cutthroat? Basics

Brineborn Cutthroat is a Creature — Merfolk Pirate card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flash (You may cast this spell any time you could cast an instant.) Whenever you cast a spell during an opponent's turn, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature."

How much mana does Brineborn Cutthroat cost to cast? Basics

Brineborn Cutthroat has a mana cost of {1}{U}, which equals 2.0 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.

Brineborn Cutthroat's mana cost of {1}{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.

Brineborn Cutthroat has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Brineborn Cutthroat's current oracle text is: "Flash (You may cast this spell any time you could cast an instant.) Whenever you cast a spell during an opponent's turn, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature."

What is the current price of Brineborn Cutthroat? Pricing

The current market price for Brineborn Cutthroat is approximately $0.14 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.03 EUR.

Where can I buy Brineborn Cutthroat? Pricing

You can purchase Brineborn Cutthroat 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 Brineborn Cutthroat legal in Standard? Legality

Brineborn Cutthroat is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Brineborn Cutthroat legal in Modern? Legality

Brineborn Cutthroat is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Brineborn Cutthroat legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Brineborn Cutthroat 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 Brineborn Cutthroat legal in Pioneer? Legality

Brineborn Cutthroat is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Brineborn Cutthroat legal in Legacy? Legality

Brineborn Cutthroat is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Brineborn Cutthroat legal in Vintage? Legality

Brineborn Cutthroat 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 Brineborn Cutthroat legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Brineborn Cutthroat 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 Brineborn Cutthroat from? Details

This printing of Brineborn Cutthroat is from GN3 (GN3), with collector number 24.

Brineborn Cutthroat may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Brineborn Cutthroat's rarity? Details

Brineborn Cutthroat is a uncommon card in GN3.

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

Who illustrated Brineborn Cutthroat? Details

Brineborn Cutthroat was illustrated by Caio Monteiro.

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

What is Brineborn Cutthroat's power and toughness? Details

Brineborn Cutthroat is a 2/1 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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