Quick Answer

Putrefying Rotboar is a rare Creature — Elemental Boar from YBLB (YBLB) costing {2}{B}{B}.

Putrefying Rotboar MTG card

Putrefying Rotboar

Creature — Elemental Boar

Card Text

Lifelink Whenever a Boar you control attacks, each nonland card in defending player's hand perpetually gains "When you cast this spell, you lose 1 life."

Card Stats

4/5 rare CMC: 4.0 YBLB YBLB 🎨 Dave Kendall
Lifelink

Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Putrefying Rotboar? Basics

Putrefying Rotboar is a Creature — Elemental Boar card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Lifelink Whenever a Boar you control attacks, each nonland card in defending player's hand perpetually gains "When you cast this spell, you lose 1 life.""

How much mana does Putrefying Rotboar cost to cast? Basics

Putrefying Rotboar has a mana cost of {2}{B}{B}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Putrefying Rotboar's mana cost of {2}{B}{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.

Putrefying Rotboar has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Putrefying Rotboar's current oracle text is: "Lifelink Whenever a Boar you control attacks, each nonland card in defending player's hand perpetually gains "When you cast this spell, you lose 1 life.""

What is the current price of Putrefying Rotboar? Pricing

Price data for Putrefying Rotboar is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Putrefying Rotboar? Pricing

You can purchase Putrefying Rotboar 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 Putrefying Rotboar legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Putrefying Rotboar in Standard is not available.

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

Is Putrefying Rotboar legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Putrefying Rotboar in Modern is not available.

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

Is Putrefying Rotboar legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Putrefying Rotboar in Commander is not available.

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

Is Putrefying Rotboar legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Putrefying Rotboar in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Putrefying Rotboar legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Putrefying Rotboar in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Putrefying Rotboar legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Putrefying Rotboar 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 Putrefying Rotboar legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Putrefying Rotboar 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 Putrefying Rotboar from? Details

This printing of Putrefying Rotboar is from YBLB (YBLB), with collector number 10.

Putrefying Rotboar may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Putrefying Rotboar's rarity? Details

Putrefying Rotboar is a rare card in YBLB.

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

Who illustrated Putrefying Rotboar? Details

Putrefying Rotboar was illustrated by Dave Kendall.

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

What is Putrefying Rotboar's power and toughness? Details

Putrefying Rotboar is a 4/5 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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