Quick Answer

Spike Breeder is a rare Creature — Spike from STH (STH) costing {3}{G}. Current price: $0.31 USD. Legal in Commander.

Spike Breeder MTG card

Spike Breeder

Creature — Spike

Card Text

This creature enters with three +1/+1 counters on it. {2}, Remove a +1/+1 counter from this creature: Put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. {2}, Remove a +1/+1 counter from this creature: Create a 1/1 green Spike creature token.

Card Stats

0/0 rare CMC: 4.0 STH STH 🎨 Adam Rex

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spike Breeder? Basics

Spike Breeder is a Creature — Spike card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "This creature enters with three +1/+1 counters on it. {2}, Remove a +1/+1 counter from this creature: Put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. {2}, Remove a +1/+1 counter from this creature: Create a 1/1 green Spike creature token."

How much mana does Spike Breeder cost to cast? Basics

Spike Breeder has a mana cost of {3}{G}, which equals 4.0 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.

Spike Breeder's mana cost of {3}{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.

Spike Breeder has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Spike Breeder's current oracle text is: "This creature enters with three +1/+1 counters on it. {2}, Remove a +1/+1 counter from this creature: Put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. {2}, Remove a +1/+1 counter from this creature: Create a 1/1 green Spike creature token."

What is the current price of Spike Breeder? Pricing

The current market price for Spike Breeder is approximately $0.31 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.4 EUR.

Where can I buy Spike Breeder? Pricing

You can purchase Spike Breeder 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 Spike Breeder legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Spike Breeder in Standard is not available.

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

Is Spike Breeder legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Spike Breeder in Modern is not available.

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

Is Spike Breeder legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Spike Breeder 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 Spike Breeder legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Spike Breeder in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Spike Breeder legal in Legacy? Legality

Spike Breeder is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Spike Breeder legal in Vintage? Legality

Spike Breeder 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 Spike Breeder legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Spike Breeder 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 Spike Breeder from? Details

This printing of Spike Breeder is from STH (STH), with collector number 116.

Spike Breeder may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Spike Breeder's rarity? Details

Spike Breeder is a rare card in STH.

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

Who illustrated Spike Breeder? Details

Spike Breeder was illustrated by Adam Rex.

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

What is Spike Breeder's power and toughness? Details

Spike Breeder is a 0/0 creature.

Power (0) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (0) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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