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Selvala, Explorer Returned is a rare Legendary Creature — Elf Scout from BLC (BLC) costing {1}{G}{W}. Current price: $0.1 USD. Legal in Commander.

Selvala, Explorer Returned MTG card

Selvala, Explorer Returned

Legendary Creature — Elf Scout

Card Text

Parley — {T}: Each player reveals the top card of their library. For each nonland card revealed this way, add {G} and you gain 1 life. Then each player draws a card.

"The Lowlands refuse to suffer at the whims of the High City."

Card Stats

2/4 rare CMC: 3.0 BLC BLC 🎨 Tyler Jacobson
Parley

Market Prices

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$0.10
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$0.49
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€0.16
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€0.09
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (8 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Selvala, Explorer Returned? Basics

Selvala, Explorer Returned is a Legendary Creature — Elf Scout card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Parley — {T}: Each player reveals the top card of their library. For each nonland card revealed this way, add {G} and you gain 1 life. Then each player draws a card."

How much mana does Selvala, Explorer Returned cost to cast? Basics

Selvala, Explorer Returned has a mana cost of {1}{G}{W}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G, W 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.

Selvala, Explorer Returned's mana cost of {1}{G}{W} 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.

Selvala, Explorer Returned 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.

Selvala, Explorer Returned's current oracle text is: "Parley — {T}: Each player reveals the top card of their library. For each nonland card revealed this way, add {G} and you gain 1 life. Then each player draws a card."

What is the current price of Selvala, Explorer Returned? Pricing

The current market price for Selvala, Explorer Returned is approximately $0.1 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.16 EUR.

Where can I buy Selvala, Explorer Returned? Pricing

You can purchase Selvala, Explorer Returned 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 Selvala, Explorer Returned legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Selvala, Explorer Returned in Standard is not available.

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

Is Selvala, Explorer Returned legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Selvala, Explorer Returned in Modern is not available.

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

Is Selvala, Explorer Returned legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Selvala, Explorer Returned 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 Selvala, Explorer Returned legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Selvala, Explorer Returned in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Selvala, Explorer Returned legal in Legacy? Legality

Selvala, Explorer Returned is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Selvala, Explorer Returned legal in Vintage? Legality

Selvala, Explorer Returned 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 Selvala, Explorer Returned legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Selvala, Explorer Returned 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 Selvala, Explorer Returned from? Details

This printing of Selvala, Explorer Returned is from BLC (BLC), with collector number 259.

Selvala, Explorer Returned may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Selvala, Explorer Returned's rarity? Details

Selvala, Explorer Returned is a rare card in BLC.

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

Who illustrated Selvala, Explorer Returned? Details

Selvala, Explorer Returned was illustrated by Tyler Jacobson.

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

What is Selvala, Explorer Returned's power and toughness? Details

Selvala, Explorer Returned is a 2/4 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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