Quick Answer

Reservoir Kraken is a rare Creature — Kraken from PRM (PRM) costing {2}{U}{U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Reservoir Kraken MTG card

Reservoir Kraken

Creature — Kraken

Card Text

Trample, ward {2} At the beginning of each combat, if this creature is untapped, any opponent may tap an untapped creature they control. If they do, tap this creature and create a 1/1 blue Fish creature token with "This token can't be blocked."

Card Stats

6/6 rare CMC: 4.0 PRM PRM 🎨 Nicholas Gregory
Trample Ward

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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Reservoir Kraken? Basics

Reservoir Kraken is a Creature — Kraken card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Trample, ward {2} At the beginning of each combat, if this creature is untapped, any opponent may tap an untapped creature they control. If they do, tap this creature and create a 1/1 blue Fish creature token with "This token can't be blocked.""

How much mana does Reservoir Kraken cost to cast? Basics

Reservoir Kraken has a mana cost of {2}{U}{U}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U 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.

Reservoir Kraken's mana cost of {2}{U}{U} 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.

Reservoir Kraken 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.

Reservoir Kraken's current oracle text is: "Trample, ward {2} At the beginning of each combat, if this creature is untapped, any opponent may tap an untapped creature they control. If they do, tap this creature and create a 1/1 blue Fish creature token with "This token can't be blocked.""

What is the current price of Reservoir Kraken? Pricing

Price data for Reservoir Kraken is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Reservoir Kraken? Pricing

You can purchase Reservoir Kraken 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 Reservoir Kraken legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Reservoir Kraken in Standard is not available.

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

Is Reservoir Kraken legal in Modern? Legality

Reservoir Kraken is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Reservoir Kraken legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Reservoir Kraken 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 Reservoir Kraken legal in Pioneer? Legality

Reservoir Kraken is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Reservoir Kraken legal in Legacy? Legality

Reservoir Kraken is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Reservoir Kraken legal in Vintage? Legality

Reservoir Kraken 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 Reservoir Kraken legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Reservoir Kraken 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 Reservoir Kraken from? Details

This printing of Reservoir Kraken is from PRM (PRM), with collector number 99737.

Reservoir Kraken may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Reservoir Kraken's rarity? Details

Reservoir Kraken is a rare card in PRM.

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

Who illustrated Reservoir Kraken? Details

Reservoir Kraken was illustrated by Nicholas Gregory.

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

What is Reservoir Kraken's power and toughness? Details

Reservoir Kraken is a 6/6 creature.

Power (6) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (6) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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