Quick Answer

Leviathan is a rare Creature — Leviathan from 4BB (4BB) costing {5}{U}{U}{U}{U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Leviathan MTG card

Leviathan

Creature — Leviathan

Card Text

Trample This creature enters tapped and doesn't untap during your untap step. At the beginning of your upkeep, you may sacrifice two Islands. If you do, untap this creature. This creature can't attack unless you sacrifice two Islands. (This cost is paid as attackers are declared.)

Card Stats

10/10 rare CMC: 9.0 4BB 4BB 🎨 Mark Tedin
Trample

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leviathan? Basics

Leviathan is a Creature — Leviathan card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Trample This creature enters tapped and doesn't untap during your untap step. At the beginning of your upkeep, you may sacrifice two Islands. If you do, untap this creature. This creature can't attack unless you sacrifice two Islands. (This cost is paid as attackers are declared.)"

How much mana does Leviathan cost to cast? Basics

Leviathan has a mana cost of {5}{U}{U}{U}{U}, which equals 9.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U 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.

Leviathan's mana cost of {5}{U}{U}{U}{U} 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.

Leviathan has a mana value of 9.0. 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.

Leviathan's current oracle text is: "Trample This creature enters tapped and doesn't untap during your untap step. At the beginning of your upkeep, you may sacrifice two Islands. If you do, untap this creature. This creature can't attack unless you sacrifice two Islands. (This cost is paid as attackers are declared.)"

What is the current price of Leviathan? Pricing

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

Where can I buy Leviathan? Pricing

You can purchase Leviathan 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 Leviathan legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Leviathan in Standard is not available.

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

Is Leviathan legal in Modern? Legality

Leviathan is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Leviathan legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Leviathan 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 Leviathan legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Leviathan in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Leviathan legal in Legacy? Legality

Leviathan is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Leviathan legal in Vintage? Legality

Leviathan 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 Leviathan legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Leviathan 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 Leviathan from? Details

This printing of Leviathan is from 4BB (4BB), with collector number 80.

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

What is Leviathan's rarity? Details

Leviathan is a rare card in 4BB.

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

Who illustrated Leviathan? Details

Leviathan was illustrated by Mark Tedin.

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

What is Leviathan's power and toughness? Details

Leviathan is a 10/10 creature.

Power (10) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (10) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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