Quick Answer

Elven Ambush is a uncommon Instant from GN3 (GN3) costing {3}{G}. Current price: $2.99 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Elven Ambush MTG card

Elven Ambush

Instant

Card Text

Create a 1/1 green Elf Warrior creature token for each Elf you control.

"No elf can match a Tuskeri in combat. Why not charge?" —Knorjolvin, Tuskeri raider

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 4.0 GN3 GN3 🎨 Chris Seaman

Market Prices

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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
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elven Ambush? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "Create a 1/1 green Elf Warrior creature token for each Elf you control."

How much mana does Elven Ambush cost to cast? Basics

Elven Ambush has a mana cost of {3}{G}, which equals 4.0 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.

Elven Ambush's mana cost of {3}{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.

Elven Ambush 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.

Elven Ambush's current oracle text is: "Create a 1/1 green Elf Warrior creature token for each Elf you control."

What is the current price of Elven Ambush? Pricing

The current market price for Elven Ambush is approximately $2.99 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €3.35 EUR.

Where can I buy Elven Ambush? Pricing

You can purchase Elven 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 Elven Ambush legal in Standard? Legality

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

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

Is Elven Ambush legal in Modern? Legality

Elven Ambush is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Elven Ambush legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Elven 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 Elven Ambush legal in Pioneer? Legality

Elven Ambush is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Elven Ambush legal in Legacy? Legality

Elven Ambush is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Elven Ambush legal in Vintage? Legality

Elven 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 Elven Ambush legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Elven Ambush 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 Elven Ambush from? Details

This printing of Elven Ambush is from GN3 (GN3), with collector number 92.

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

What is Elven Ambush's rarity? Details

Elven Ambush is a uncommon card in GN3.

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

Who illustrated Elven Ambush? Details

Elven Ambush was illustrated by Chris Seaman.

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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