Quick Answer

Cave People is a uncommon Creature — Human from 4BB (4BB) costing {1}{R}{R}. Legal in Commander.

Cave People MTG card

Cave People

Creature — Human

Card Text

Whenever this creature attacks, it gets +1/-2 until end of turn. {1}{R}{R}, {T}: Target creature gains mountainwalk until end of turn. (It can't be blocked as long as defending player controls a Mountain.)

Card Stats

1/4 uncommon CMC: 3.0 4BB 4BB 🎨 Drew Tucker

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Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cave People? Basics

Cave People is a Creature — Human card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever this creature attacks, it gets +1/-2 until end of turn. {1}{R}{R}, {T}: Target creature gains mountainwalk until end of turn. (It can't be blocked as long as defending player controls a Mountain.)"

How much mana does Cave People cost to cast? Basics

Cave People has a mana cost of {1}{R}{R}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Cave People's mana cost of {1}{R}{R} 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.

Cave People 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.

Cave People's current oracle text is: "Whenever this creature attacks, it gets +1/-2 until end of turn. {1}{R}{R}, {T}: Target creature gains mountainwalk until end of turn. (It can't be blocked as long as defending player controls a Mountain.)"

What is the current price of Cave People? Pricing

Price data for Cave People is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Cave People? Pricing

You can purchase Cave People 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 Cave People legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Cave People in Standard is not available.

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

Is Cave People legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Cave People in Modern is not available.

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

Is Cave People legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Cave People 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 Cave People legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Cave People in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Cave People legal in Legacy? Legality

Cave People is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Cave People legal in Vintage? Legality

Cave People 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 Cave People legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Cave People 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 Cave People from? Details

This printing of Cave People is from 4BB (4BB), with collector number 181.

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

What is Cave People's rarity? Details

Cave People is a uncommon card in 4BB.

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

Who illustrated Cave People? Details

Cave People was illustrated by Drew Tucker.

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

What is Cave People's power and toughness? Details

Cave People is a 1/4 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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