Quick Answer

Cardpecker is a common Creature — Bird from UNH (UNH) costing {1}{W}. Current price: $0.25 USD.

Cardpecker MTG card

Cardpecker

Creature — Bird

Card Text

Flying Gotcha — If an opponent touches the table with their hand, you may say "Gotcha!" When you do, return this card from your graveyard to your hand.

Card Stats

1.5/1 common CMC: 2.0 UNH UNH 🎨 Richard Sardinha
Flying

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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cardpecker? Basics

Cardpecker is a Creature — Bird card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying Gotcha — If an opponent touches the table with their hand, you may say "Gotcha!" When you do, return this card from your graveyard to your hand."

How much mana does Cardpecker cost to cast? Basics

Cardpecker has a mana cost of {1}{W}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

Cardpecker's mana cost of {1}{W} 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.

Cardpecker 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.

Cardpecker's current oracle text is: "Flying Gotcha — If an opponent touches the table with their hand, you may say "Gotcha!" When you do, return this card from your graveyard to your hand."

What is the current price of Cardpecker? Pricing

The current market price for Cardpecker is approximately $0.25 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.13 EUR.

Where can I buy Cardpecker? Pricing

You can purchase Cardpecker 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 Cardpecker legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Cardpecker in Standard is not available.

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

Is Cardpecker legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Cardpecker in Modern is not available.

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

Is Cardpecker legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Cardpecker in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Cardpecker legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Cardpecker in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Cardpecker legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Cardpecker in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Cardpecker legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Cardpecker in Vintage is not available.

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 Cardpecker legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Cardpecker 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 Cardpecker from? Details

This printing of Cardpecker is from UNH (UNH), with collector number 4.

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

What is Cardpecker's rarity? Details

Cardpecker is a common card in UNH.

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

Who illustrated Cardpecker? Details

Cardpecker was illustrated by Richard Sardinha.

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

What is Cardpecker's power and toughness? Details

Cardpecker is a 1.5/1 creature.

Power (1.5) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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