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Sapling of Colfenor is a rare Legendary Creature — Treefolk Shaman from C21 (C21) costing {3}{B/G}{B/G}. Current price: $2.99 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Sapling of Colfenor MTG card

Sapling of Colfenor

Legendary Creature — Treefolk Shaman

Card Text

Indestructible Whenever Sapling of Colfenor attacks, reveal the top card of your library. If it's a creature card, you gain life equal to that card's toughness, lose life equal to its power, then put it into your hand.

Her plans may yet bear fruit.

Card Stats

2/5 rare CMC: 5.0 C21 C21 🎨 John Avon
Indestructible

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$2.99
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€3.20
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sapling of Colfenor? Basics

Sapling of Colfenor is a Legendary Creature — Treefolk Shaman card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Indestructible Whenever Sapling of Colfenor attacks, reveal the top card of your library. If it's a creature card, you gain life equal to that card's toughness, lose life equal to its power, then put it into your hand."

How much mana does Sapling of Colfenor cost to cast? Basics

Sapling of Colfenor has a mana cost of {3}{B/G}{B/G}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, 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.

Sapling of Colfenor's mana cost of {3}{B/G}{B/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.

Sapling of Colfenor has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Sapling of Colfenor's current oracle text is: "Indestructible Whenever Sapling of Colfenor attacks, reveal the top card of your library. If it's a creature card, you gain life equal to that card's toughness, lose life equal to its power, then put it into your hand."

What is the current price of Sapling of Colfenor? Pricing

The current market price for Sapling of Colfenor is approximately $2.99 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €4.47 EUR.

Where can I buy Sapling of Colfenor? Pricing

You can purchase Sapling of Colfenor 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 Sapling of Colfenor legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Sapling of Colfenor in Standard is not available.

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

Is Sapling of Colfenor legal in Modern? Legality

Sapling of Colfenor is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Sapling of Colfenor legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Sapling of Colfenor 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 Sapling of Colfenor legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Sapling of Colfenor in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Sapling of Colfenor legal in Legacy? Legality

Sapling of Colfenor is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Sapling of Colfenor legal in Vintage? Legality

Sapling of Colfenor 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 Sapling of Colfenor legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Sapling of Colfenor 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 Sapling of Colfenor from? Details

This printing of Sapling of Colfenor is from C21 (C21), with collector number 228.

Sapling of Colfenor may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Sapling of Colfenor's rarity? Details

Sapling of Colfenor is a rare card in C21.

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

Who illustrated Sapling of Colfenor? Details

Sapling of Colfenor was illustrated by John Avon.

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

What is Sapling of Colfenor's power and toughness? Details

Sapling of Colfenor is a 2/5 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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