Quick Answer

Clocknapper is a rare Creature — Human Spy from ULST (ULST) costing {3}{U}{U}.

Clocknapper MTG card

Clocknapper

Creature — Human Spy

Card Text

When this creature enters, choose beginning phase, first main phase, combat phase, postcombat main phase, or ending phase. Steal that phase from target player during their next turn. (That phase occurs as though it's your turn instead.)

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 5.0 ULST ULST 🎨 Marco Teixeira

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clocknapper? Basics

Clocknapper is a Creature — Human Spy card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, choose beginning phase, first main phase, combat phase, postcombat main phase, or ending phase. Steal that phase from target player during their next turn. (That phase occurs as though it's your turn instead.)"

How much mana does Clocknapper cost to cast? Basics

Clocknapper has a mana cost of {3}{U}{U}, which equals 5.0 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.

Clocknapper's mana cost of {3}{U}{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.

Clocknapper has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Clocknapper's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, choose beginning phase, first main phase, combat phase, postcombat main phase, or ending phase. Steal that phase from target player during their next turn. (That phase occurs as though it's your turn instead.)"

What is the current price of Clocknapper? Pricing

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

Where can I buy Clocknapper? Pricing

You can purchase Clocknapper 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 Clocknapper legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Clocknapper in Standard is not available.

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

Is Clocknapper legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Clocknapper in Modern is not available.

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

Is Clocknapper legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Clocknapper in Commander is not available.

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

Is Clocknapper legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Clocknapper in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Clocknapper legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Clocknapper in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Clocknapper legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Clocknapper 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 Clocknapper legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Clocknapper 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 Clocknapper from? Details

This printing of Clocknapper is from ULST (ULST), with collector number 14.

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

What is Clocknapper's rarity? Details

Clocknapper is a rare card in ULST.

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

Who illustrated Clocknapper? Details

Clocknapper was illustrated by Marco Teixeira.

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

What is Clocknapper's power and toughness? Details

Clocknapper is a 2/2 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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