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Orator of Ojutai is a uncommon Creature — Bird Monk from C17 (C17) costing {1}{W}. Current price: $0.22 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Orator of Ojutai MTG card

Orator of Ojutai

Creature — Bird Monk

Card Text

As an additional cost to cast this spell, you may reveal a Dragon card from your hand. Defender, flying When this creature enters, if you revealed a Dragon card or controlled a Dragon as you cast this spell, draw a card.

Card Stats

0/4 uncommon CMC: 2.0 C17 C17 🎨 Zack Stella
Defender Flying

Market Prices

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$0.22
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$0.39
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€0.16
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Orator of Ojutai? Basics

Orator of Ojutai is a Creature — Bird Monk card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "As an additional cost to cast this spell, you may reveal a Dragon card from your hand. Defender, flying When this creature enters, if you revealed a Dragon card or controlled a Dragon as you cast this spell, draw a card."

How much mana does Orator of Ojutai cost to cast? Basics

Orator of Ojutai has a mana cost of {1}{W}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

Orator of Ojutai's mana cost of {1}{W} 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.

Orator of Ojutai 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.

Orator of Ojutai's current oracle text is: "As an additional cost to cast this spell, you may reveal a Dragon card from your hand. Defender, flying When this creature enters, if you revealed a Dragon card or controlled a Dragon as you cast this spell, draw a card."

What is the current price of Orator of Ojutai? Pricing

The current market price for Orator of Ojutai is approximately $0.22 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.16 EUR.

Where can I buy Orator of Ojutai? Pricing

You can purchase Orator of Ojutai 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 Orator of Ojutai legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Orator of Ojutai in Standard is not available.

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

Is Orator of Ojutai legal in Modern? Legality

Orator of Ojutai is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Orator of Ojutai legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Orator of Ojutai 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 Orator of Ojutai legal in Pioneer? Legality

Orator of Ojutai is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Orator of Ojutai legal in Legacy? Legality

Orator of Ojutai is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Orator of Ojutai legal in Vintage? Legality

Orator of Ojutai 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 Orator of Ojutai legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Orator of Ojutai 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 Orator of Ojutai from? Details

This printing of Orator of Ojutai is from C17 (C17), with collector number 67.

Orator of Ojutai may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Orator of Ojutai's rarity? Details

Orator of Ojutai is a uncommon card in C17.

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

Who illustrated Orator of Ojutai? Details

Orator of Ojutai was illustrated by Zack Stella.

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

What is Orator of Ojutai's power and toughness? Details

Orator of Ojutai is a 0/4 creature.

Power (0) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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