Quick Answer

Cobra Trap is a uncommon Instant — Trap from C15 (C15) costing {4}{G}{G}. Current price: $0.31 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Cobra Trap MTG card

Cobra Trap

Instant — Trap

Card Text

If a noncreature permanent under your control was destroyed this turn by a spell or ability an opponent controlled, you may pay {G} rather than pay this spell's mana cost. Create four 1/1 green Snake creature tokens.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 6.0 C15 C15 🎨 Scott Chou

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cobra Trap? Basics

Cobra Trap is a Instant — Trap card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "If a noncreature permanent under your control was destroyed this turn by a spell or ability an opponent controlled, you may pay {G} rather than pay this spell's mana cost. Create four 1/1 green Snake creature tokens."

How much mana does Cobra Trap cost to cast? Basics

Cobra Trap has a mana cost of {4}{G}{G}, which equals 6.0 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.

Cobra Trap's mana cost of {4}{G}{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.

Cobra Trap has a mana value of 6.0. 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.

Cobra Trap's current oracle text is: "If a noncreature permanent under your control was destroyed this turn by a spell or ability an opponent controlled, you may pay {G} rather than pay this spell's mana cost. Create four 1/1 green Snake creature tokens."

What is the current price of Cobra Trap? Pricing

The current market price for Cobra Trap is approximately $0.31 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.22 EUR.

Where can I buy Cobra Trap? Pricing

You can purchase Cobra Trap 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 Cobra Trap legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Cobra Trap in Standard is not available.

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

Is Cobra Trap legal in Modern? Legality

Cobra Trap is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Cobra Trap legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Cobra Trap 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 Cobra Trap legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Cobra Trap in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Cobra Trap legal in Legacy? Legality

Cobra Trap is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Cobra Trap legal in Vintage? Legality

Cobra Trap 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 Cobra Trap legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Cobra Trap 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 Cobra Trap from? Details

This printing of Cobra Trap is from C15 (C15), with collector number 180.

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

What is Cobra Trap's rarity? Details

Cobra Trap is a uncommon card in C15.

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

Who illustrated Cobra Trap? Details

Cobra Trap was illustrated by Scott Chou.

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

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