Quick Answer

Charmed Stray is a common Creature — Cat from ANB (ANB) costing {W}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Charmed Stray MTG card

Charmed Stray

Creature — Cat

Card Text

Lifelink When this creature enters, put a +1/+1 counter on each other creature you control named Charmed Stray.

Card Stats

1/1 common CMC: 1.0 ANB ANB 🎨 Chris Rahn
Lifelink

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Charmed Stray? Basics

Charmed Stray is a Creature — Cat card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Lifelink When this creature enters, put a +1/+1 counter on each other creature you control named Charmed Stray."

How much mana does Charmed Stray cost to cast? Basics

Charmed Stray has a mana cost of {W}, which equals 1.0 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.

Charmed Stray's mana cost of {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.

Charmed Stray has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Charmed Stray's current oracle text is: "Lifelink When this creature enters, put a +1/+1 counter on each other creature you control named Charmed Stray."

What is the current price of Charmed Stray? Pricing

Price data for Charmed Stray is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Charmed Stray? Pricing

You can purchase Charmed Stray 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 Charmed Stray legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Charmed Stray in Standard is not available.

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

Is Charmed Stray legal in Modern? Legality

Charmed Stray is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Charmed Stray legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Charmed Stray 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 Charmed Stray legal in Pioneer? Legality

Charmed Stray is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Charmed Stray legal in Legacy? Legality

Charmed Stray is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Charmed Stray legal in Vintage? Legality

Charmed Stray 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 Charmed Stray legal in Pauper? Legality

Charmed Stray is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Charmed Stray from? Details

This printing of Charmed Stray is from ANB (ANB), with collector number 5.

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

What is Charmed Stray's rarity? Details

Charmed Stray is a common card in ANB.

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

Who illustrated Charmed Stray? Details

Charmed Stray was illustrated by Chris Rahn.

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

What is Charmed Stray's power and toughness? Details

Charmed Stray is a 1/1 creature.

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

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