Quick Answer

Splinter, the Mentor is a mythic Legendary Creature — Mutant Ninja Rat from TMC (TMC) costing {1}{B}.

Splinter, the Mentor MTG card

Splinter, the Mentor

Legendary Creature — Mutant Ninja Rat

Card Text

Menace Whenever Splinter or another nontoken creature you control leaves the battlefield, create a Mutagen token. Partner—Character select (You can have two commanders if both have this ability.)

"We choose what holds us back."

Card Stats

2/2 mythic CMC: 2.0 TMC TMC 🎨 Andrea Tentori Montalto
Menace Partner

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Splinter, the Mentor? Basics

Splinter, the Mentor is a Legendary Creature — Mutant Ninja Rat card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Menace Whenever Splinter or another nontoken creature you control leaves the battlefield, create a Mutagen token. Partner—Character select (You can have two commanders if both have this ability.)"

How much mana does Splinter, the Mentor cost to cast? Basics

Splinter, the Mentor has a mana cost of {1}{B}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Splinter, the Mentor's mana cost of {1}{B} 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.

Splinter, the Mentor 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.

Splinter, the Mentor's current oracle text is: "Menace Whenever Splinter or another nontoken creature you control leaves the battlefield, create a Mutagen token. Partner—Character select (You can have two commanders if both have this ability.)"

What is the current price of Splinter, the Mentor? Pricing

Price data for Splinter, the Mentor is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Splinter, the Mentor? Pricing

You can purchase Splinter, the Mentor 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 Splinter, the Mentor legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Splinter, the Mentor in Standard is not available.

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

Is Splinter, the Mentor legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Splinter, the Mentor in Modern is not available.

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

Is Splinter, the Mentor legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Splinter, the Mentor in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Splinter, the Mentor legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Splinter, the Mentor in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Splinter, the Mentor legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Splinter, the Mentor in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Splinter, the Mentor legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Splinter, the Mentor in Vintage is not available.

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 Splinter, the Mentor legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Splinter, the Mentor 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 Splinter, the Mentor from? Details

This printing of Splinter, the Mentor is from TMC (TMC), with collector number 3.

Splinter, the Mentor may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Splinter, the Mentor's rarity? Details

Splinter, the Mentor is a mythic card in TMC.

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

Who illustrated Splinter, the Mentor? Details

Splinter, the Mentor was illustrated by Andrea Tentori Montalto.

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

What is Splinter, the Mentor's power and toughness? Details

Splinter, the Mentor 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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