Quick Answer

Deeproot Elite is a rare Creature — Merfolk Warrior from LCC (LCC) costing {1}{G}. Current price: $0.11 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Deeproot Elite MTG card

Deeproot Elite

Creature — Merfolk Warrior

Card Text

Whenever another Merfolk you control enters, put a +1/+1 counter on target Merfolk you control.

"You think I stand alone? I have the forest at my call, the waters at my back. I outnumber you."

Card Stats

1/1 rare CMC: 2.0 LCC LCC 🎨 Winona Nelson

Market Prices

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$0.11
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
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€0.24
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Cardmarket
€0.05
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deeproot Elite? Basics

Deeproot Elite is a Creature — Merfolk Warrior card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever another Merfolk you control enters, put a +1/+1 counter on target Merfolk you control."

How much mana does Deeproot Elite cost to cast? Basics

Deeproot Elite has a mana cost of {1}{G}, which equals 2.0 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.

Deeproot Elite's mana cost of {1}{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.

Deeproot Elite has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Deeproot Elite's current oracle text is: "Whenever another Merfolk you control enters, put a +1/+1 counter on target Merfolk you control."

What is the current price of Deeproot Elite? Pricing

The current market price for Deeproot Elite is approximately $0.11 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.24 EUR.

Where can I buy Deeproot Elite? Pricing

You can purchase Deeproot Elite 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 Deeproot Elite legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Deeproot Elite in Standard is not available.

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

Is Deeproot Elite legal in Modern? Legality

Deeproot Elite is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Deeproot Elite legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Deeproot Elite 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 Deeproot Elite legal in Pioneer? Legality

Deeproot Elite is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Deeproot Elite legal in Legacy? Legality

Deeproot Elite is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Deeproot Elite legal in Vintage? Legality

Deeproot Elite 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 Deeproot Elite legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Deeproot Elite 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 Deeproot Elite from? Details

This printing of Deeproot Elite is from LCC (LCC), with collector number 237.

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

What is Deeproot Elite's rarity? Details

Deeproot Elite is a rare card in LCC.

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

Who illustrated Deeproot Elite? Details

Deeproot Elite was illustrated by Winona Nelson.

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

What is Deeproot Elite's power and toughness? Details

Deeproot Elite is a 1/1 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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