Quick Answer

Leonardo, the Balance is a mythic Legendary Creature — Mutant Ninja Turtle from TMC (TMC) costing {3}{W}.

Leonardo, the Balance MTG card

Leonardo, the Balance

Legendary Creature — Mutant Ninja Turtle

Card Text

Whenever a token you control enters, you may put a +1/+1 counter on each creature you control. Do this only once each turn. {W}{U}{B}{R}{G}: Creatures you control gain menace, trample, and lifelink until end of turn. Partner—Character select (You can have two commanders if both have this ability.)

Card Stats

3/3 mythic CMC: 4.0 TMC TMC 🎨 Inkognit
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leonardo, the Balance? Basics

Leonardo, the Balance is a Legendary Creature — Mutant Ninja Turtle card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever a token you control enters, you may put a +1/+1 counter on each creature you control. Do this only once each turn. {W}{U}{B}{R}{G}: Creatures you control gain menace, trample, and lifelink until end of turn. Partner—Character select (You can have two commanders if both have this ability.)"

How much mana does Leonardo, the Balance cost to cast? Basics

Leonardo, the Balance has a mana cost of {3}{W}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Leonardo, the Balance's mana cost of {3}{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.

Leonardo, the Balance 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.

Leonardo, the Balance's current oracle text is: "Whenever a token you control enters, you may put a +1/+1 counter on each creature you control. Do this only once each turn. {W}{U}{B}{R}{G}: Creatures you control gain menace, trample, and lifelink until end of turn. Partner—Character select (You can have two commanders if both have this ability.)"

What is the current price of Leonardo, the Balance? Pricing

Price data for Leonardo, the Balance is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Leonardo, the Balance? Pricing

You can purchase Leonardo, the Balance 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 Leonardo, the Balance legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Leonardo, the Balance in Standard is not available.

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

Is Leonardo, the Balance legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Leonardo, the Balance in Modern is not available.

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

Is Leonardo, the Balance legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Leonardo, the Balance in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Leonardo, the Balance legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Leonardo, the Balance in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Leonardo, the Balance legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Leonardo, the Balance in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Leonardo, the Balance legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Leonardo, the Balance in Vintage is not available.

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 Leonardo, the Balance legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Leonardo, the Balance 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 Leonardo, the Balance from? Details

This printing of Leonardo, the Balance is from TMC (TMC), with collector number 1.

Leonardo, the Balance may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Leonardo, the Balance's rarity? Details

Leonardo, the Balance is a mythic card in TMC.

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

Who illustrated Leonardo, the Balance? Details

Leonardo, the Balance was illustrated by Inkognit.

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

What is Leonardo, the Balance's power and toughness? Details

Leonardo, the Balance is a 3/3 creature.

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

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