Quick Answer

Goblin Shortcutter is a common Creature — Goblin Scout from JMP (JMP) costing {1}{R}. Current price: $0.06 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Goblin Shortcutter MTG card

Goblin Shortcutter

Creature — Goblin Scout

Card Text

When this creature enters, target creature can't block this turn.

"I'm not running away! I'm figuring out the best routes."

Card Stats

2/1 common CMC: 2.0 JMP JMP 🎨 Jesper Ejsing

Market Prices

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$0.06
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$0.35
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€0.04
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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
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Predh Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Goblin Shortcutter? Basics

Goblin Shortcutter is a Creature — Goblin Scout card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, target creature can't block this turn."

How much mana does Goblin Shortcutter cost to cast? Basics

Goblin Shortcutter has a mana cost of {1}{R}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R 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.

Goblin Shortcutter's mana cost of {1}{R} 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.

Goblin Shortcutter 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.

Goblin Shortcutter's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, target creature can't block this turn."

What is the current price of Goblin Shortcutter? Pricing

The current market price for Goblin Shortcutter is approximately $0.06 USD on TCGPlayer.

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

Where can I buy Goblin Shortcutter? Pricing

You can purchase Goblin Shortcutter 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 Goblin Shortcutter legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Goblin Shortcutter in Standard is not available.

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

Is Goblin Shortcutter legal in Modern? Legality

Goblin Shortcutter is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Goblin Shortcutter legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Goblin Shortcutter 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 Goblin Shortcutter legal in Pioneer? Legality

Goblin Shortcutter is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Goblin Shortcutter legal in Legacy? Legality

Goblin Shortcutter is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Goblin Shortcutter legal in Vintage? Legality

Goblin Shortcutter 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 Goblin Shortcutter legal in Pauper? Legality

Goblin Shortcutter 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 Goblin Shortcutter from? Details

This printing of Goblin Shortcutter is from JMP (JMP), with collector number 330.

Goblin Shortcutter may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Goblin Shortcutter's rarity? Details

Goblin Shortcutter is a common card in JMP.

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

Who illustrated Goblin Shortcutter? Details

Goblin Shortcutter was illustrated by Jesper Ejsing.

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

What is Goblin Shortcutter's power and toughness? Details

Goblin Shortcutter is a 2/1 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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