Quick Answer

Menagerie Curator is a uncommon Creature — Human Citizen from YSNC (YSNC) costing {1}{G}.

Menagerie Curator MTG card

Menagerie Curator

Creature — Human Citizen

Card Text

{T}: Add one mana of any one color. Spend this mana only to cast a creature spell. Whenever you cast a creature spell that doesn't share a creature type with a creature card in your library, draw a card.

Card Stats

1/3 uncommon CMC: 2.0 YSNC YSNC 🎨 Jodie Muir

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Menagerie Curator? Basics

Menagerie Curator is a Creature — Human Citizen card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{T}: Add one mana of any one color. Spend this mana only to cast a creature spell. Whenever you cast a creature spell that doesn't share a creature type with a creature card in your library, draw a card."

How much mana does Menagerie Curator cost to cast? Basics

Menagerie Curator 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.

Menagerie Curator'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.

Menagerie Curator 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.

Menagerie Curator's current oracle text is: "{T}: Add one mana of any one color. Spend this mana only to cast a creature spell. Whenever you cast a creature spell that doesn't share a creature type with a creature card in your library, draw a card."

What is the current price of Menagerie Curator? Pricing

Price data for Menagerie Curator is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Menagerie Curator? Pricing

You can purchase Menagerie Curator 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 Menagerie Curator legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Menagerie Curator in Standard is not available.

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

Is Menagerie Curator legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Menagerie Curator in Modern is not available.

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

Is Menagerie Curator legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Menagerie Curator in Commander is not available.

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

Is Menagerie Curator legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Menagerie Curator in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Menagerie Curator legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Menagerie Curator in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Menagerie Curator legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Menagerie Curator 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 Menagerie Curator legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Menagerie Curator 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 Menagerie Curator from? Details

This printing of Menagerie Curator is from YSNC (YSNC), with collector number 15.

Menagerie Curator may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Menagerie Curator's rarity? Details

Menagerie Curator is a uncommon card in YSNC.

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

Who illustrated Menagerie Curator? Details

Menagerie Curator was illustrated by Jodie Muir.

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

What is Menagerie Curator's power and toughness? Details

Menagerie Curator 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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