Quick Answer

Shipbreaker Kraken is a rare Creature — Kraken from CMR (CMR) costing {4}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.2 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Shipbreaker Kraken MTG card

Shipbreaker Kraken

Creature — Kraken

Card Text

{6}{U}{U}: Monstrosity 4. (If this creature isn't monstrous, put four +1/+1 counters on it and it becomes monstrous.) When this creature becomes monstrous, tap up to four target creatures. Those creatures don't untap during their controllers' untap steps for as long as you control this creature.

Card Stats

6/6 rare CMC: 6.0 CMR CMR 🎨 Jack Wang
Monstrosity

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€0.08
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

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 Shipbreaker Kraken? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "{6}{U}{U}: Monstrosity 4. (If this creature isn't monstrous, put four +1/+1 counters on it and it becomes monstrous.) When this creature becomes monstrous, tap up to four target creatures. Those creatures don't untap during their controllers' untap steps for as long as you control this creature."

How much mana does Shipbreaker Kraken cost to cast? Basics

Shipbreaker Kraken has a mana cost of {4}{U}{U}, which equals 6.0 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.

Shipbreaker Kraken's mana cost of {4}{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.

Shipbreaker Kraken has a mana value of 6.0. 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.

Shipbreaker Kraken's current oracle text is: "{6}{U}{U}: Monstrosity 4. (If this creature isn't monstrous, put four +1/+1 counters on it and it becomes monstrous.) When this creature becomes monstrous, tap up to four target creatures. Those creatures don't untap during their controllers' untap steps for as long as you control this creature."

What is the current price of Shipbreaker Kraken? Pricing

The current market price for Shipbreaker Kraken is approximately $0.2 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.23 EUR.

Where can I buy Shipbreaker Kraken? Pricing

You can purchase Shipbreaker 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 Shipbreaker Kraken legal in Standard? Legality

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

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

Is Shipbreaker Kraken legal in Modern? Legality

Shipbreaker Kraken is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Shipbreaker Kraken legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Shipbreaker 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 Shipbreaker Kraken legal in Pioneer? Legality

Shipbreaker Kraken is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Shipbreaker Kraken legal in Legacy? Legality

Shipbreaker Kraken is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Shipbreaker Kraken legal in Vintage? Legality

Shipbreaker 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 Shipbreaker Kraken legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Shipbreaker 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 Shipbreaker Kraken from? Details

This printing of Shipbreaker Kraken is from CMR (CMR), with collector number 404.

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

What is Shipbreaker Kraken's rarity? Details

Shipbreaker Kraken is a rare card in CMR.

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

Who illustrated Shipbreaker Kraken? Details

Shipbreaker Kraken was illustrated by Jack Wang.

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

What is Shipbreaker Kraken's power and toughness? Details

Shipbreaker 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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