Quick Answer

Rootwater Commando is a common Creature — Merfolk from 10E (10E) costing {2}{U}. Current price: $0.21 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Rootwater Commando MTG card

Rootwater Commando

Creature — Merfolk

Card Text

Islandwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls an Island.)

Rootwater merfolk are seldom seen these days, but elf corpses are as numerous as ever.

Card Stats

2/2 common CMC: 3.0 10E 10E 🎨 Mark Tedin
Islandwalk Landwalk

Market Prices

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$0.21
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$0.35
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$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.06
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€0.34
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rootwater Commando? Basics

Rootwater Commando is a Creature — Merfolk card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Islandwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls an Island.)"

How much mana does Rootwater Commando cost to cast? Basics

Rootwater Commando has a mana cost of {2}{U}, which equals 3.0 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.

Rootwater Commando's mana cost of {2}{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.

Rootwater Commando 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.

Rootwater Commando's current oracle text is: "Islandwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls an Island.)"

What is the current price of Rootwater Commando? Pricing

The current market price for Rootwater Commando is approximately $0.21 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.06 EUR.

Where can I buy Rootwater Commando? Pricing

You can purchase Rootwater Commando 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 Rootwater Commando legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Rootwater Commando in Standard is not available.

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

Is Rootwater Commando legal in Modern? Legality

Rootwater Commando is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Rootwater Commando legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Rootwater Commando 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 Rootwater Commando legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Rootwater Commando in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Rootwater Commando legal in Legacy? Legality

Rootwater Commando is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Rootwater Commando legal in Vintage? Legality

Rootwater Commando 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 Rootwater Commando legal in Pauper? Legality

Rootwater Commando is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Rootwater Commando from? Details

This printing of Rootwater Commando is from 10E (10E), with collector number 102.

Rootwater Commando may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Rootwater Commando's rarity? Details

Rootwater Commando is a common card in 10E.

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

Who illustrated Rootwater Commando? Details

Rootwater Commando was illustrated by Mark Tedin.

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

What is Rootwater Commando's power and toughness? Details

Rootwater Commando 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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