Quick Answer

Longbow Archer is a uncommon Creature — Human Soldier Archer from 6ED (6ED) costing {W}{W}. Current price: $0.38 USD. Legal in Commander.

Longbow Archer MTG card

Longbow Archer

Creature — Human Soldier Archer

Card Text

First strike; reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.)

"If it bears wings, I will pin it to the skies over Tefemburu." —Roya, Zhalfirin archer

Card Stats

2/2 uncommon CMC: 2.0 6ED 6ED 🎨 Eric Peterson
First strike Reach

Market Prices

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$0.38
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$0.35
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€0.20
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Longbow Archer? Basics

Longbow Archer is a Creature — Human Soldier Archer card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "First strike; reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.)"

How much mana does Longbow Archer cost to cast? Basics

Longbow Archer has a mana cost of {W}{W}, which equals 2.0 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.

Longbow Archer's mana cost of {W}{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.

Longbow Archer has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Longbow Archer's current oracle text is: "First strike; reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.)"

What is the current price of Longbow Archer? Pricing

The current market price for Longbow Archer is approximately $0.38 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.2 EUR.

Where can I buy Longbow Archer? Pricing

You can purchase Longbow Archer 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 Longbow Archer legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Longbow Archer in Standard is not available.

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

Is Longbow Archer legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Longbow Archer in Modern is not available.

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

Is Longbow Archer legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Longbow Archer 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 Longbow Archer legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Longbow Archer in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Longbow Archer legal in Legacy? Legality

Longbow Archer is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Longbow Archer legal in Vintage? Legality

Longbow Archer 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 Longbow Archer legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Longbow Archer 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 Longbow Archer from? Details

This printing of Longbow Archer is from 6ED (6ED), with collector number 30.

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

What is Longbow Archer's rarity? Details

Longbow Archer is a uncommon card in 6ED.

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

Who illustrated Longbow Archer? Details

Longbow Archer was illustrated by Eric Peterson.

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

What is Longbow Archer's power and toughness? Details

Longbow Archer 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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