Quick Answer

Loxodon Smiter is a uncommon Creature — Elephant Soldier from PIO (PIO) costing {1}{G}{W}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Loxodon Smiter MTG card

Loxodon Smiter

Creature — Elephant Soldier

Card Text

This spell can't be countered. If a spell or ability an opponent controls causes you to discard this card, put it onto the battlefield instead of putting it into your graveyard.

Card Stats

4/4 uncommon CMC: 3.0 PIO PIO 🎨 Ryan Barger

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Loxodon Smiter? Basics

Loxodon Smiter is a Creature — Elephant Soldier card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "This spell can't be countered. If a spell or ability an opponent controls causes you to discard this card, put it onto the battlefield instead of putting it into your graveyard."

How much mana does Loxodon Smiter cost to cast? Basics

Loxodon Smiter has a mana cost of {1}{G}{W}, which equals 3.0 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.

Loxodon Smiter's mana cost of {1}{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.

Loxodon Smiter has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Loxodon Smiter's current oracle text is: "This spell can't be countered. If a spell or ability an opponent controls causes you to discard this card, put it onto the battlefield instead of putting it into your graveyard."

What is the current price of Loxodon Smiter? Pricing

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

Where can I buy Loxodon Smiter? Pricing

You can purchase Loxodon Smiter 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 Loxodon Smiter legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Loxodon Smiter in Standard is not available.

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

Is Loxodon Smiter legal in Modern? Legality

Loxodon Smiter is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Loxodon Smiter legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Loxodon Smiter 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 Loxodon Smiter legal in Pioneer? Legality

Loxodon Smiter is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Loxodon Smiter legal in Legacy? Legality

Loxodon Smiter is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Loxodon Smiter legal in Vintage? Legality

Loxodon Smiter 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 Loxodon Smiter legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Loxodon Smiter 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 Loxodon Smiter from? Details

This printing of Loxodon Smiter is from PIO (PIO), with collector number 230.

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

What is Loxodon Smiter's rarity? Details

Loxodon Smiter is a uncommon card in PIO.

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

Who illustrated Loxodon Smiter? Details

Loxodon Smiter was illustrated by Ryan Barger.

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

What is Loxodon Smiter's power and toughness? Details

Loxodon Smiter is a 4/4 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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