Quick Answer

Champion of Wits is a rare Creature — Snake Wizard from AFC (AFC) costing {2}{U}. Current price: $0.11 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Champion of Wits MTG card

Champion of Wits

Creature — Snake Wizard

Card Text

When this creature enters, you may draw cards equal to its power. If you do, discard two cards. Eternalize {5}{U}{U} ({5}{U}{U}, Exile this card from your graveyard: Create a token that's a copy of it, except it's a 4/4 black Zombie Snake Wizard with no mana cost. Eternalize only as a sorcery.)

Card Stats

2/1 rare CMC: 3.0 AFC AFC 🎨 Even Amundsen
Eternalize

Market Prices

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$0.11
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$0.49
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€0.12
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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
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (7 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Champion of Wits? Basics

Champion of Wits is a Creature — Snake Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, you may draw cards equal to its power. If you do, discard two cards. Eternalize {5}{U}{U} ({5}{U}{U}, Exile this card from your graveyard: Create a token that's a copy of it, except it's a 4/4 black Zombie Snake Wizard with no mana cost. Eternalize only as a sorcery.)"

How much mana does Champion of Wits cost to cast? Basics

Champion of Wits has a mana cost of {2}{U}, which equals 3.0 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.

Champion of Wits's mana cost of {2}{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.

Champion of Wits 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.

Champion of Wits's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, you may draw cards equal to its power. If you do, discard two cards. Eternalize {5}{U}{U} ({5}{U}{U}, Exile this card from your graveyard: Create a token that's a copy of it, except it's a 4/4 black Zombie Snake Wizard with no mana cost. Eternalize only as a sorcery.)"

What is the current price of Champion of Wits? Pricing

The current market price for Champion of Wits is approximately $0.11 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.12 EUR.

Where can I buy Champion of Wits? Pricing

You can purchase Champion of Wits 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 Champion of Wits legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Champion of Wits in Standard is not available.

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

Is Champion of Wits legal in Modern? Legality

Champion of Wits is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Champion of Wits legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Champion of Wits 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 Champion of Wits legal in Pioneer? Legality

Champion of Wits is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Champion of Wits legal in Legacy? Legality

Champion of Wits is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Champion of Wits legal in Vintage? Legality

Champion of Wits 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 Champion of Wits legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Champion of Wits 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 Champion of Wits from? Details

This printing of Champion of Wits is from AFC (AFC), with collector number 80.

Champion of Wits may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Champion of Wits's rarity? Details

Champion of Wits is a rare card in AFC.

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

Who illustrated Champion of Wits? Details

Champion of Wits was illustrated by Even Amundsen.

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

What is Champion of Wits's power and toughness? Details

Champion of Wits 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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