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Numa, Joraga Chieftain is a uncommon Legendary Creature — Elf Warrior from CMR (CMR) costing {2}{G}. Current price: $0.1 USD. Legal in Commander.

Numa, Joraga Chieftain MTG card

Numa, Joraga Chieftain

Legendary Creature — Elf Warrior

Card Text

At the beginning of combat on your turn, you may pay {X}{X}. When you do, distribute X +1/+1 counters among any number of target Elves. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)

His blade carves a path for his people. His words guide them along it.

Card Stats

2/2 uncommon CMC: 3.0 CMR CMR 🎨 Kieran Yanner
Partner

Market Prices

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$0.10
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$0.23
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.14
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€0.30
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Numa, Joraga Chieftain? Basics

Numa, Joraga Chieftain is a Legendary Creature — Elf Warrior card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "At the beginning of combat on your turn, you may pay {X}{X}. When you do, distribute X +1/+1 counters among any number of target Elves. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)"

How much mana does Numa, Joraga Chieftain cost to cast? Basics

Numa, Joraga Chieftain has a mana cost of {2}{G}, which equals 3.0 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.

Numa, Joraga Chieftain's mana cost of {2}{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.

Numa, Joraga Chieftain 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.

Numa, Joraga Chieftain's current oracle text is: "At the beginning of combat on your turn, you may pay {X}{X}. When you do, distribute X +1/+1 counters among any number of target Elves. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)"

What is the current price of Numa, Joraga Chieftain? Pricing

The current market price for Numa, Joraga Chieftain is approximately $0.1 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.23 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.14 EUR.

Where can I buy Numa, Joraga Chieftain? Pricing

You can purchase Numa, Joraga Chieftain 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.

Numa, Joraga Chieftain normal: $0.1 | foil: $0.23

Is Numa, Joraga Chieftain legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Numa, Joraga Chieftain in Standard is not available.

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

Is Numa, Joraga Chieftain legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Numa, Joraga Chieftain in Modern is not available.

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

Is Numa, Joraga Chieftain legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Numa, Joraga Chieftain 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 Numa, Joraga Chieftain legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Numa, Joraga Chieftain in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Numa, Joraga Chieftain legal in Legacy? Legality

Numa, Joraga Chieftain is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Numa, Joraga Chieftain legal in Vintage? Legality

Numa, Joraga Chieftain 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 Numa, Joraga Chieftain legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Numa, Joraga Chieftain 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 Numa, Joraga Chieftain from? Details

This printing of Numa, Joraga Chieftain is from CMR (CMR), with collector number 246.

Numa, Joraga Chieftain may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Numa, Joraga Chieftain's rarity? Details

Numa, Joraga Chieftain is a uncommon card in CMR.

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

Who illustrated Numa, Joraga Chieftain? Details

Numa, Joraga Chieftain was illustrated by Kieran Yanner.

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

What is Numa, Joraga Chieftain's power and toughness? Details

Numa, Joraga Chieftain is a 2/2 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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