Quick Answer

Finch Formation is a common Creature — Bird Scout from BLB (BLB) costing {2}{U}. Current price: $0.02 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Finch Formation MTG card

Finch Formation

Creature — Bird Scout

Card Text

Offspring {3} (You may pay an additional {3} as you cast this spell. If you do, when this creature enters, create a 1/1 token copy of it.) Flying When this creature enters, target creature you control gains flying until end of turn.

Card Stats

2/2 common CMC: 3.0 BLB BLB 🎨 Rhonda Libbey
Flying Offspring

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.02
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TCGPlayer
$0.09
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.05
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Cardmarket
€0.06
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Finch Formation? Basics

Finch Formation is a Creature — Bird Scout card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Offspring {3} (You may pay an additional {3} as you cast this spell. If you do, when this creature enters, create a 1/1 token copy of it.) Flying When this creature enters, target creature you control gains flying until end of turn."

How much mana does Finch Formation cost to cast? Basics

Finch Formation has a mana cost of {2}{U}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U 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.

Finch Formation's mana cost of {2}{U} 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.

Finch Formation 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.

Finch Formation's current oracle text is: "Offspring {3} (You may pay an additional {3} as you cast this spell. If you do, when this creature enters, create a 1/1 token copy of it.) Flying When this creature enters, target creature you control gains flying until end of turn."

What is the current price of Finch Formation? Pricing

The current market price for Finch Formation is approximately $0.02 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.09 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.05 EUR.

Where can I buy Finch Formation? Pricing

You can purchase Finch Formation 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.

Finch Formation normal: $0.02 | foil: $0.09

Is Finch Formation legal in Standard? Legality

Finch Formation is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Finch Formation legal in Modern? Legality

Finch Formation is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Finch Formation legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Finch Formation 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 Finch Formation legal in Pioneer? Legality

Finch Formation is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Finch Formation legal in Legacy? Legality

Finch Formation is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Finch Formation legal in Vintage? Legality

Finch Formation 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 Finch Formation legal in Pauper? Legality

Finch Formation 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 Finch Formation from? Details

This printing of Finch Formation is from BLB (BLB), with collector number 50.

Finch Formation may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Finch Formation's rarity? Details

Finch Formation is a common card in BLB.

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

Who illustrated Finch Formation? Details

Finch Formation was illustrated by Rhonda Libbey.

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

What is Finch Formation's power and toughness? Details

Finch Formation 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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