Quick Answer

Scythecat Cub is a rare Creature — Cat from J25 (J25) costing {1}{G}. Current price: $36.85 USD. Legal in Commander.

Scythecat Cub MTG card

Scythecat Cub

Creature — Cat

Card Text

Trample Landfall — Whenever a land you control enters, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature you control. If this is the second time this ability has resolved this turn, double the number of +1/+1 counters on that creature instead.

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 2.0 J25 J25 🎨 Gabor Szikszai
Landfall Trample

Market Prices

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$36.85
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Card Kingdom
$42.99
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€37.04
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scythecat Cub? Basics

Scythecat Cub is a Creature — Cat card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Trample Landfall — Whenever a land you control enters, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature you control. If this is the second time this ability has resolved this turn, double the number of +1/+1 counters on that creature instead."

How much mana does Scythecat Cub cost to cast? Basics

Scythecat Cub has a mana cost of {1}{G}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Scythecat Cub's mana cost of {1}{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.

Scythecat Cub 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.

Scythecat Cub's current oracle text is: "Trample Landfall — Whenever a land you control enters, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature you control. If this is the second time this ability has resolved this turn, double the number of +1/+1 counters on that creature instead."

What is the current price of Scythecat Cub? Pricing

The current market price for Scythecat Cub is approximately $36.85 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €37.04 EUR.

Where can I buy Scythecat Cub? Pricing

You can purchase Scythecat Cub 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 Scythecat Cub legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Scythecat Cub in Standard is not available.

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

Is Scythecat Cub legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Scythecat Cub in Modern is not available.

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

Is Scythecat Cub legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Scythecat Cub 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 Scythecat Cub legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Scythecat Cub in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Scythecat Cub legal in Legacy? Legality

Scythecat Cub is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Scythecat Cub legal in Vintage? Legality

Scythecat Cub 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 Scythecat Cub legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Scythecat Cub 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 Scythecat Cub from? Details

This printing of Scythecat Cub is from J25 (J25), with collector number 24.

Scythecat Cub may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Scythecat Cub's rarity? Details

Scythecat Cub is a rare card in J25.

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

Who illustrated Scythecat Cub? Details

Scythecat Cub was illustrated by Gabor Szikszai.

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

What is Scythecat Cub's power and toughness? Details

Scythecat Cub 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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