Quick Answer

Tandem Lookout is a uncommon Creature — Human Scout from AVR (AVR) costing {2}{U}. Current price: $1.03 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Tandem Lookout MTG card

Tandem Lookout

Creature — Human Scout

Card Text

Soulbond (You may pair this creature with another unpaired creature when either enters. They remain paired for as long as you control both of them.) As long as Tandem Lookout is paired with another creature, each of those creatures has "Whenever this creature deals damage to an opponent, draw a card."

Card Stats

2/1 uncommon CMC: 3.0 AVR AVR 🎨 Kev Walker
Soulbond

Market Prices

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$1.03
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TCGPlayer
$15.23
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$1.79
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$17.99
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€0.65
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€10.52
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tandem Lookout? Basics

Tandem Lookout is a Creature — Human Scout card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Soulbond (You may pair this creature with another unpaired creature when either enters. They remain paired for as long as you control both of them.) As long as Tandem Lookout is paired with another creature, each of those creatures has "Whenever this creature deals damage to an opponent, draw a card.""

How much mana does Tandem Lookout cost to cast? Basics

Tandem Lookout has a mana cost of {2}{U}, which equals 3.0 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.

Tandem Lookout's mana cost of {2}{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.

Tandem Lookout 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.

Tandem Lookout's current oracle text is: "Soulbond (You may pair this creature with another unpaired creature when either enters. They remain paired for as long as you control both of them.) As long as Tandem Lookout is paired with another creature, each of those creatures has "Whenever this creature deals damage to an opponent, draw a card.""

What is the current price of Tandem Lookout? Pricing

The current market price for Tandem Lookout is approximately $1.03 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $15.23 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.65 EUR.

Where can I buy Tandem Lookout? Pricing

You can purchase Tandem Lookout 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.

Tandem Lookout normal: $1.03 | foil: $15.23

Is Tandem Lookout legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Tandem Lookout in Standard is not available.

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

Is Tandem Lookout legal in Modern? Legality

Tandem Lookout is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Tandem Lookout legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Tandem Lookout 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 Tandem Lookout legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Tandem Lookout in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Tandem Lookout legal in Legacy? Legality

Tandem Lookout is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Tandem Lookout legal in Vintage? Legality

Tandem Lookout 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 Tandem Lookout legal in Pauper? Legality

Tandem Lookout is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Tandem Lookout from? Details

This printing of Tandem Lookout is from AVR (AVR), with collector number 80.

Tandem Lookout may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Tandem Lookout's rarity? Details

Tandem Lookout is a uncommon card in AVR.

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

Who illustrated Tandem Lookout? Details

Tandem Lookout was illustrated by Kev Walker.

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

What is Tandem Lookout's power and toughness? Details

Tandem Lookout is a 2/1 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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