Quick Answer

Chomping Kavu is a common Creature — Kavu from MOM (MOM) costing {3}{G}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Chomping Kavu MTG card

Chomping Kavu

Creature — Kavu

Card Text

Backup 1 (When this creature enters, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. If that's another creature, it gains the following ability until end of turn.) This creature can't be blocked by creatures with power 2 or less.

Card Stats

3/3 common CMC: 4.0 MOM MOM 🎨 John Tedrick
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$0.05
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$0.13
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.12
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€0.16
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chomping Kavu? Basics

Chomping Kavu is a Creature — Kavu card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Backup 1 (When this creature enters, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. If that's another creature, it gains the following ability until end of turn.) This creature can't be blocked by creatures with power 2 or less."

How much mana does Chomping Kavu cost to cast? Basics

Chomping Kavu has a mana cost of {3}{G}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Chomping Kavu's mana cost of {3}{G} 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.

Chomping Kavu has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Chomping Kavu's current oracle text is: "Backup 1 (When this creature enters, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. If that's another creature, it gains the following ability until end of turn.) This creature can't be blocked by creatures with power 2 or less."

What is the current price of Chomping Kavu? Pricing

The current market price for Chomping Kavu is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.13 USD.

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

Where can I buy Chomping Kavu? Pricing

You can purchase Chomping Kavu 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.

Chomping Kavu normal: $0.05 | foil: $0.13

Is Chomping Kavu legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Chomping Kavu in Standard is not available.

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

Is Chomping Kavu legal in Modern? Legality

Chomping Kavu is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Chomping Kavu legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Chomping Kavu 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 Chomping Kavu legal in Pioneer? Legality

Chomping Kavu is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Chomping Kavu legal in Legacy? Legality

Chomping Kavu is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Chomping Kavu legal in Vintage? Legality

Chomping Kavu 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 Chomping Kavu legal in Pauper? Legality

Chomping Kavu 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 Chomping Kavu from? Details

This printing of Chomping Kavu is from MOM (MOM), with collector number 179.

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

What is Chomping Kavu's rarity? Details

Chomping Kavu is a common card in MOM.

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

Who illustrated Chomping Kavu? Details

Chomping Kavu was illustrated by John Tedrick.

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

What is Chomping Kavu's power and toughness? Details

Chomping Kavu is a 3/3 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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