Quick Answer

Hexbane Tortoise is a common Creature — Turtle from DMU (DMU) costing {2}{G}. Current price: $0.03 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Hexbane Tortoise MTG card

Hexbane Tortoise

Creature — Turtle

Card Text

Ward {2} (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.) Enlist (As this creature attacks, you may tap a nonattacking creature you control without summoning sickness. When you do, add its power to this creature's until end of turn.)

Card Stats

3/2 common CMC: 3.0 DMU DMU 🎨 Joshua Raphael
Enlist Ward

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.03
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TCGPlayer
$0.10
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
€0.09
Foil
Buy
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
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hexbane Tortoise? Basics

Hexbane Tortoise is a Creature — Turtle card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Ward {2} (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.) Enlist (As this creature attacks, you may tap a nonattacking creature you control without summoning sickness. When you do, add its power to this creature's until end of turn.)"

How much mana does Hexbane Tortoise cost to cast? Basics

Hexbane Tortoise has a mana cost of {2}{G}, which equals 3.0 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.

Hexbane Tortoise's mana cost of {2}{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.

Hexbane Tortoise 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.

Hexbane Tortoise's current oracle text is: "Ward {2} (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.) Enlist (As this creature attacks, you may tap a nonattacking creature you control without summoning sickness. When you do, add its power to this creature's until end of turn.)"

What is the current price of Hexbane Tortoise? Pricing

The current market price for Hexbane Tortoise is approximately $0.03 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.1 USD.

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

Where can I buy Hexbane Tortoise? Pricing

You can purchase Hexbane Tortoise 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.

Hexbane Tortoise normal: $0.03 | foil: $0.1

Is Hexbane Tortoise legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Hexbane Tortoise in Standard is not available.

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

Is Hexbane Tortoise legal in Modern? Legality

Hexbane Tortoise is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Hexbane Tortoise legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Hexbane Tortoise 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 Hexbane Tortoise legal in Pioneer? Legality

Hexbane Tortoise is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Hexbane Tortoise legal in Legacy? Legality

Hexbane Tortoise is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Hexbane Tortoise legal in Vintage? Legality

Hexbane Tortoise 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 Hexbane Tortoise legal in Pauper? Legality

Hexbane Tortoise 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 Hexbane Tortoise from? Details

This printing of Hexbane Tortoise is from DMU (DMU), with collector number 166.

Hexbane Tortoise may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Hexbane Tortoise's rarity? Details

Hexbane Tortoise is a common card in DMU.

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

Who illustrated Hexbane Tortoise? Details

Hexbane Tortoise was illustrated by Joshua Raphael.

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

What is Hexbane Tortoise's power and toughness? Details

Hexbane Tortoise is a 3/2 creature.

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

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