Quick Answer

Crossbow Ambush is a common Instant from STH (STH) costing {G}. Current price: $0.18 USD. Legal in Commander.

Crossbow Ambush MTG card

Crossbow Ambush

Instant

Card Text

Creatures you control gain reach until end of turn. (They can block creatures with flying.)

There is no drake that flies faster than a crossbow bolt. —Vec saying

Card Stats

common CMC: 1.0 STH STH 🎨 Kev Walker

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.18
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Cardmarket
€0.13
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Crossbow Ambush? Basics

Crossbow Ambush is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Creatures you control gain reach until end of turn. (They can block creatures with flying.)"

How much mana does Crossbow Ambush cost to cast? Basics

Crossbow Ambush has a mana cost of {G}, which equals 1.0 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.

Crossbow Ambush's mana cost of {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.

Crossbow Ambush 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.

Crossbow Ambush's current oracle text is: "Creatures you control gain reach until end of turn. (They can block creatures with flying.)"

What is the current price of Crossbow Ambush? Pricing

The current market price for Crossbow Ambush is approximately $0.18 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.13 EUR.

Where can I buy Crossbow Ambush? Pricing

You can purchase Crossbow Ambush 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 Crossbow Ambush legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Crossbow Ambush in Standard is not available.

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

Is Crossbow Ambush legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Crossbow Ambush in Modern is not available.

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

Is Crossbow Ambush legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Crossbow Ambush 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 Crossbow Ambush legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Crossbow Ambush in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Crossbow Ambush legal in Legacy? Legality

Crossbow Ambush is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Crossbow Ambush legal in Vintage? Legality

Crossbow Ambush 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 Crossbow Ambush legal in Pauper? Legality

Crossbow Ambush 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 Crossbow Ambush from? Details

This printing of Crossbow Ambush is from STH (STH), with collector number 105.

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

What is Crossbow Ambush's rarity? Details

Crossbow Ambush is a common card in STH.

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

Who illustrated Crossbow Ambush? Details

Crossbow Ambush was illustrated by Kev Walker.

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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