Quick Answer

Lurking Lizards is a common Creature — Lizard Villain from OM1 (OM1) costing {1}{G}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Lurking Lizards MTG card

Lurking Lizards

Creature — Lizard Villain

Card Text

Trample Whenever you cast a spell with mana value 4 or greater, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.

Card Stats

1/3 common CMC: 2.0 OM1 OM1 🎨 Henry Peters
Trample

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Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lurking Lizards? Basics

Lurking Lizards is a Creature — Lizard Villain card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Trample Whenever you cast a spell with mana value 4 or greater, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature."

How much mana does Lurking Lizards cost to cast? Basics

Lurking Lizards has a mana cost of {1}{G}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Lurking Lizards's mana cost of {1}{G} 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.

Lurking Lizards 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.

Lurking Lizards's current oracle text is: "Trample Whenever you cast a spell with mana value 4 or greater, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature."

What is the current price of Lurking Lizards? Pricing

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

Where can I buy Lurking Lizards? Pricing

You can purchase Lurking Lizards 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 Lurking Lizards legal in Standard? Legality

Lurking Lizards is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Lurking Lizards legal in Modern? Legality

Lurking Lizards is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Lurking Lizards legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Lurking Lizards 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 Lurking Lizards legal in Pioneer? Legality

Lurking Lizards is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Lurking Lizards legal in Legacy? Legality

Lurking Lizards is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Lurking Lizards legal in Vintage? Legality

Lurking Lizards 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 Lurking Lizards legal in Pauper? Legality

Lurking Lizards is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Lurking Lizards from? Details

This printing of Lurking Lizards is from OM1 (OM1), with collector number 109.

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

What is Lurking Lizards's rarity? Details

Lurking Lizards is a common card in OM1.

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

Who illustrated Lurking Lizards? Details

Lurking Lizards was illustrated by Henry Peters.

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

What is Lurking Lizards's power and toughness? Details

Lurking Lizards is a 1/3 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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