Quick Answer

Kei Takahashi is a uncommon Legendary Creature — Human Cleric from BCHR (BCHR) costing {2}{G}{W}. Legal in Commander.

Kei Takahashi MTG card

Kei Takahashi

Legendary Creature — Human Cleric

Card Text

{T}: Prevent the next 2 damage that would be dealt to target creature this turn.

Card Stats

2/2 uncommon CMC: 4.0 BCHR BCHR 🎨 Scott Kirschner

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Oldschool Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kei Takahashi? Basics

Kei Takahashi is a Legendary Creature — Human Cleric card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{T}: Prevent the next 2 damage that would be dealt to target creature this turn."

How much mana does Kei Takahashi cost to cast? Basics

Kei Takahashi has a mana cost of {2}{G}{W}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G, 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.

Kei Takahashi's mana cost of {2}{G}{W} 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.

Kei Takahashi has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Kei Takahashi's current oracle text is: "{T}: Prevent the next 2 damage that would be dealt to target creature this turn."

What is the current price of Kei Takahashi? Pricing

Price data for Kei Takahashi is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Kei Takahashi? Pricing

You can purchase Kei Takahashi 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 Kei Takahashi legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Kei Takahashi in Standard is not available.

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

Is Kei Takahashi legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Kei Takahashi in Modern is not available.

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

Is Kei Takahashi legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Kei Takahashi 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 Kei Takahashi legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Kei Takahashi in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Kei Takahashi legal in Legacy? Legality

Kei Takahashi is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Kei Takahashi legal in Vintage? Legality

Kei Takahashi 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 Kei Takahashi legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Kei Takahashi 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 Kei Takahashi from? Details

This printing of Kei Takahashi is from BCHR (BCHR), with collector number 78.

Kei Takahashi may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Kei Takahashi's rarity? Details

Kei Takahashi is a uncommon card in BCHR.

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

Who illustrated Kei Takahashi? Details

Kei Takahashi was illustrated by Scott Kirschner.

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

What is Kei Takahashi's power and toughness? Details

Kei Takahashi 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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