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Marvo, Deep Operative is a mythic Legendary Creature — Octopus Rogue from MKC (MKC) costing {3}{U}{B}. Current price: $1.19 USD. Legal in Commander.

Marvo, Deep Operative MTG card

Marvo, Deep Operative

Legendary Creature — Octopus Rogue

Card Text

Whenever Marvo attacks, clash with defending player. (Each clashing player reveals the top card of their library, then puts that card on their choice of the top or bottom. A player wins if their card had a greater mana value.) Whenever you win a clash, draw a card. Then you may cast a spell from your hand with mana value 8 or less without paying its mana cost.

Card Stats

1/8 mythic CMC: 5.0 MKC MKC 🎨 John Tedrick
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marvo, Deep Operative? Basics

Marvo, Deep Operative is a Legendary Creature — Octopus Rogue card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever Marvo attacks, clash with defending player. (Each clashing player reveals the top card of their library, then puts that card on their choice of the top or bottom. A player wins if their card had a greater mana value.) Whenever you win a clash, draw a card. Then you may cast a spell from your hand with mana value 8 or less without paying its mana cost."

How much mana does Marvo, Deep Operative cost to cast? Basics

Marvo, Deep Operative has a mana cost of {3}{U}{B}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, 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.

Marvo, Deep Operative's mana cost of {3}{U}{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.

Marvo, Deep Operative has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Marvo, Deep Operative's current oracle text is: "Whenever Marvo attacks, clash with defending player. (Each clashing player reveals the top card of their library, then puts that card on their choice of the top or bottom. A player wins if their card had a greater mana value.) Whenever you win a clash, draw a card. Then you may cast a spell from your hand with mana value 8 or less without paying its mana cost."

What is the current price of Marvo, Deep Operative? Pricing

The current market price for Marvo, Deep Operative is approximately $1.19 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.15 USD.

Where can I buy Marvo, Deep Operative? Pricing

You can purchase Marvo, Deep Operative 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.

Marvo, Deep Operative normal: $1.19 | foil: $1.15

Is Marvo, Deep Operative legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Marvo, Deep Operative in Standard is not available.

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

Is Marvo, Deep Operative legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Marvo, Deep Operative in Modern is not available.

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

Is Marvo, Deep Operative legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Marvo, Deep Operative 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 Marvo, Deep Operative legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Marvo, Deep Operative in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Marvo, Deep Operative legal in Legacy? Legality

Marvo, Deep Operative is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Marvo, Deep Operative legal in Vintage? Legality

Marvo, Deep Operative 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 Marvo, Deep Operative legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Marvo, Deep Operative 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 Marvo, Deep Operative from? Details

This printing of Marvo, Deep Operative is from MKC (MKC), with collector number 315.

Marvo, Deep Operative may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Marvo, Deep Operative's rarity? Details

Marvo, Deep Operative is a mythic card in MKC.

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

Who illustrated Marvo, Deep Operative? Details

Marvo, Deep Operative was illustrated by John Tedrick.

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

What is Marvo, Deep Operative's power and toughness? Details

Marvo, Deep Operative is a 1/8 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (8) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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