Quick Answer

Minotaur Explorer is a uncommon Creature — Minotaur Scout from ODY (ODY) costing {1}{R}. Current price: $0.19 USD. Legal in Commander.

Minotaur Explorer MTG card

Minotaur Explorer

Creature — Minotaur Scout

Card Text

When this creature enters, sacrifice it unless you discard a card at random.

After the invasion devastated the Talruum and Hurloon tribes, the survivors began to search for other minotaurs.

Card Stats

3/3 uncommon CMC: 2.0 ODY ODY 🎨 Dave Dorman

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.19
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TCGPlayer
$0.83
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.79
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Cardmarket
€0.12
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Cardmarket
€1.23
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Minotaur Explorer? Basics

Minotaur Explorer is a Creature — Minotaur Scout card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, sacrifice it unless you discard a card at random."

How much mana does Minotaur Explorer cost to cast? Basics

Minotaur Explorer has a mana cost of {1}{R}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R 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.

Minotaur Explorer's mana cost of {1}{R} 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.

Minotaur Explorer 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.

Minotaur Explorer's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, sacrifice it unless you discard a card at random."

What is the current price of Minotaur Explorer? Pricing

The current market price for Minotaur Explorer is approximately $0.19 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.83 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.12 EUR.

Where can I buy Minotaur Explorer? Pricing

You can purchase Minotaur Explorer 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.

Minotaur Explorer normal: $0.19 | foil: $0.83

Is Minotaur Explorer legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Minotaur Explorer in Standard is not available.

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

Is Minotaur Explorer legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Minotaur Explorer in Modern is not available.

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

Is Minotaur Explorer legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Minotaur Explorer 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 Minotaur Explorer legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Minotaur Explorer in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Minotaur Explorer legal in Legacy? Legality

Minotaur Explorer is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Minotaur Explorer legal in Vintage? Legality

Minotaur Explorer 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 Minotaur Explorer legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Minotaur Explorer 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 Minotaur Explorer from? Details

This printing of Minotaur Explorer is from ODY (ODY), with collector number 206.

Minotaur Explorer may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Minotaur Explorer's rarity? Details

Minotaur Explorer is a uncommon card in ODY.

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

Who illustrated Minotaur Explorer? Details

Minotaur Explorer was illustrated by Dave Dorman.

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

What is Minotaur Explorer's power and toughness? Details

Minotaur Explorer is a 3/3 creature.

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

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