Quick Answer

Crimson Manticore is a rare Creature — Manticore from 4BB (4BB) costing {2}{R}{R}. Legal in Commander.

Crimson Manticore MTG card

Crimson Manticore

Creature — Manticore

Card Text

Flying {R}, {T}: This creature deals 1 damage to target attacking or blocking creature.

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 4.0 4BB 4BB 🎨 Daniel Gelon
Flying

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Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Crimson Manticore? Basics

Crimson Manticore is a Creature — Manticore card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying {R}, {T}: This creature deals 1 damage to target attacking or blocking creature."

How much mana does Crimson Manticore cost to cast? Basics

Crimson Manticore has a mana cost of {2}{R}{R}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R 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.

Crimson Manticore's mana cost of {2}{R}{R} 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.

Crimson Manticore 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.

Crimson Manticore's current oracle text is: "Flying {R}, {T}: This creature deals 1 damage to target attacking or blocking creature."

What is the current price of Crimson Manticore? Pricing

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

Where can I buy Crimson Manticore? Pricing

You can purchase Crimson Manticore 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 Crimson Manticore legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Crimson Manticore in Standard is not available.

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

Is Crimson Manticore legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Crimson Manticore in Modern is not available.

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

Is Crimson Manticore legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Crimson Manticore 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 Crimson Manticore legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Crimson Manticore in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Crimson Manticore legal in Legacy? Legality

Crimson Manticore is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Crimson Manticore legal in Vintage? Legality

Crimson Manticore 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 Crimson Manticore legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Crimson Manticore 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 Crimson Manticore from? Details

This printing of Crimson Manticore is from 4BB (4BB), with collector number 183.

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

What is Crimson Manticore's rarity? Details

Crimson Manticore is a rare card in 4BB.

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

Who illustrated Crimson Manticore? Details

Crimson Manticore was illustrated by Daniel Gelon.

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

What is Crimson Manticore's power and toughness? Details

Crimson Manticore 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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