Quick Answer

Manor Guardian is a uncommon Creature — Demon from J21 (J21) costing {2}{B}.

Manor Guardian MTG card

Manor Guardian

Creature — Demon

Card Text

When Manor Guardian dies, each player seeks a nonland card with mana value 2 or less. (To seek a card, put one at random from your library into your hand.)

Card Stats

4/3 uncommon CMC: 3.0 J21 J21 🎨 Slawomir Maniak
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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Manor Guardian? Basics

Manor Guardian is a Creature — Demon card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When Manor Guardian dies, each player seeks a nonland card with mana value 2 or less. (To seek a card, put one at random from your library into your hand.)"

How much mana does Manor Guardian cost to cast? Basics

Manor Guardian has a mana cost of {2}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Manor Guardian's mana cost of {2}{B} 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.

Manor Guardian 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.

Manor Guardian's current oracle text is: "When Manor Guardian dies, each player seeks a nonland card with mana value 2 or less. (To seek a card, put one at random from your library into your hand.)"

What is the current price of Manor Guardian? Pricing

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

Where can I buy Manor Guardian? Pricing

You can purchase Manor Guardian 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 Manor Guardian legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Manor Guardian in Standard is not available.

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

Is Manor Guardian legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Manor Guardian in Modern is not available.

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

Is Manor Guardian legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Manor Guardian in Commander is not available.

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

Is Manor Guardian legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Manor Guardian in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Manor Guardian legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Manor Guardian in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Manor Guardian legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Manor Guardian 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 Manor Guardian legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Manor Guardian 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 Manor Guardian from? Details

This printing of Manor Guardian is from J21 (J21), with collector number 17.

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

What is Manor Guardian's rarity? Details

Manor Guardian is a uncommon card in J21.

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

Who illustrated Manor Guardian? Details

Manor Guardian was illustrated by Slawomir Maniak.

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

What is Manor Guardian's power and toughness? Details

Manor Guardian is a 4/3 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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