Quick Answer

Keeper of Kookus is a common Creature — Goblin from VIS (VIS) costing {R}. Current price: $0.11 USD. Legal in Commander.

Keeper of Kookus MTG card

Keeper of Kookus

Creature — Goblin

Card Text

{R}: This creature gains protection from red until end of turn.

Wanted: Thick-skinned goblin for guarding mean ol' Kookus. Must like fires. Must heal quickly.

Card Stats

1/1 common CMC: 1.0 VIS VIS 🎨 Scott Hampton

Market Prices

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$0.11
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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€0.11
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Keeper of Kookus? Basics

Keeper of Kookus is a Creature — Goblin card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{R}: This creature gains protection from red until end of turn."

How much mana does Keeper of Kookus cost to cast? Basics

Keeper of Kookus has a mana cost of {R}, which equals 1.0 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.

Keeper of Kookus's mana cost of {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.

Keeper of Kookus has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Keeper of Kookus's current oracle text is: "{R}: This creature gains protection from red until end of turn."

What is the current price of Keeper of Kookus? Pricing

The current market price for Keeper of Kookus is approximately $0.11 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.11 EUR.

Where can I buy Keeper of Kookus? Pricing

You can purchase Keeper of Kookus 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 Keeper of Kookus legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Keeper of Kookus in Standard is not available.

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

Is Keeper of Kookus legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Keeper of Kookus in Modern is not available.

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

Is Keeper of Kookus legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Keeper of Kookus 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 Keeper of Kookus legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Keeper of Kookus in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Keeper of Kookus legal in Legacy? Legality

Keeper of Kookus is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Keeper of Kookus legal in Vintage? Legality

Keeper of Kookus 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 Keeper of Kookus legal in Pauper? Legality

Keeper of Kookus 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 Keeper of Kookus from? Details

This printing of Keeper of Kookus is from VIS (VIS), with collector number 85.

Keeper of Kookus may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Keeper of Kookus's rarity? Details

Keeper of Kookus is a common card in VIS.

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

Who illustrated Keeper of Kookus? Details

Keeper of Kookus was illustrated by Scott Hampton.

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

What is Keeper of Kookus's power and toughness? Details

Keeper of Kookus is a 1/1 creature.

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

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