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Kambal, Consul of Allocation is a rare Legendary Creature — Human Advisor from 2X2 (2X2) costing {1}{W}{B}. Current price: $8.4 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Kambal, Consul of Allocation MTG card

Kambal, Consul of Allocation

Legendary Creature — Human Advisor

Card Text

Whenever an opponent casts a noncreature spell, that player loses 2 life and you gain 2 life.

He has "friends" in places both high and low, and all seem to owe him favors.

Card Stats

2/3 rare CMC: 3.0 2X2 2X2 🎨 Vincent Proce

Market Prices

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$8.40
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$8.98
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$9.99
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$13.99
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€5.54
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€9.16
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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
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kambal, Consul of Allocation? Basics

Kambal, Consul of Allocation is a Legendary Creature — Human Advisor card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever an opponent casts a noncreature spell, that player loses 2 life and you gain 2 life."

How much mana does Kambal, Consul of Allocation cost to cast? Basics

Kambal, Consul of Allocation has a mana cost of {1}{W}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, 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.

Kambal, Consul of Allocation's mana cost of {1}{W}{B} 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.

Kambal, Consul of Allocation 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.

Kambal, Consul of Allocation's current oracle text is: "Whenever an opponent casts a noncreature spell, that player loses 2 life and you gain 2 life."

What is the current price of Kambal, Consul of Allocation? Pricing

The current market price for Kambal, Consul of Allocation is approximately $8.4 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $8.98 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €5.54 EUR.

Where can I buy Kambal, Consul of Allocation? Pricing

You can purchase Kambal, Consul of Allocation 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.

Kambal, Consul of Allocation normal: $8.4 | foil: $8.98

Is Kambal, Consul of Allocation legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Kambal, Consul of Allocation in Standard is not available.

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

Is Kambal, Consul of Allocation legal in Modern? Legality

Kambal, Consul of Allocation is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Kambal, Consul of Allocation legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Kambal, Consul of Allocation 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 Kambal, Consul of Allocation legal in Pioneer? Legality

Kambal, Consul of Allocation is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Kambal, Consul of Allocation legal in Legacy? Legality

Kambal, Consul of Allocation is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Kambal, Consul of Allocation legal in Vintage? Legality

Kambal, Consul of Allocation 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 Kambal, Consul of Allocation legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Kambal, Consul of Allocation 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 Kambal, Consul of Allocation from? Details

This printing of Kambal, Consul of Allocation is from 2X2 (2X2), with collector number 237.

Kambal, Consul of Allocation may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Kambal, Consul of Allocation's rarity? Details

Kambal, Consul of Allocation is a rare card in 2X2.

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

Who illustrated Kambal, Consul of Allocation? Details

Kambal, Consul of Allocation was illustrated by Vincent Proce.

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

What is Kambal, Consul of Allocation's power and toughness? Details

Kambal, Consul of Allocation 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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