Quick Answer

Farbog Explorer is a common Creature — Human Scout from AVR (AVR) costing {2}{W}. Current price: $0.04 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Farbog Explorer MTG card

Farbog Explorer

Creature — Human Scout

Card Text

Swampwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls a Swamp.)

"I'd slog through a thousand swamps to help one soul find rest."

Card Stats

2/3 common CMC: 3.0 AVR AVR 🎨 Scott Chou
Swampwalk

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.04
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TCGPlayer
$0.47
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.04
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Cardmarket
€0.23
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Farbog Explorer? Basics

Farbog Explorer is a Creature — Human Scout card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Swampwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls a Swamp.)"

How much mana does Farbog Explorer cost to cast? Basics

Farbog Explorer has a mana cost of {2}{W}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

Farbog Explorer's mana cost of {2}{W} 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.

Farbog Explorer has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Farbog Explorer's current oracle text is: "Swampwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls a Swamp.)"

What is the current price of Farbog Explorer? Pricing

The current market price for Farbog Explorer is approximately $0.04 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.47 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.04 EUR.

Where can I buy Farbog Explorer? Pricing

You can purchase Farbog Explorer 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.

Farbog Explorer normal: $0.04 | foil: $0.47

Is Farbog Explorer legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Farbog Explorer in Standard is not available.

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

Is Farbog Explorer legal in Modern? Legality

Farbog Explorer is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Farbog Explorer legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Farbog Explorer 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 Farbog Explorer legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Farbog Explorer in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Farbog Explorer legal in Legacy? Legality

Farbog Explorer is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Farbog Explorer legal in Vintage? Legality

Farbog Explorer 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 Farbog Explorer legal in Pauper? Legality

Farbog Explorer 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 Farbog Explorer from? Details

This printing of Farbog Explorer is from AVR (AVR), with collector number 21.

Farbog Explorer may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Farbog Explorer's rarity? Details

Farbog Explorer is a common card in AVR.

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

Who illustrated Farbog Explorer? Details

Farbog Explorer 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.

What is Farbog Explorer's power and toughness? Details

Farbog Explorer is a 2/3 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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