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Tavern Scoundrel is a common Creature — Human Rogue from PLST (PLST) costing {1}{R}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Tavern Scoundrel MTG card

Tavern Scoundrel

Creature — Human Rogue

Card Text

Whenever you win a coin flip, create two Treasure tokens. (They're artifacts with "{T}, Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.") {1}, {T}, Sacrifice another permanent: Flip a coin.

"No refunds. I cheated you fair and square."

Card Stats

1/3 common CMC: 2.0 PLST PLST 🎨 Cynthia Sheppard
Treasure

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Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tavern Scoundrel? Basics

Tavern Scoundrel is a Creature — Human Rogue card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever you win a coin flip, create two Treasure tokens. (They're artifacts with "{T}, Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.") {1}, {T}, Sacrifice another permanent: Flip a coin."

How much mana does Tavern Scoundrel cost to cast? Basics

Tavern Scoundrel has a mana cost of {1}{R}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R 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.

Tavern Scoundrel's mana cost of {1}{R} 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.

Tavern Scoundrel 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.

Tavern Scoundrel's current oracle text is: "Whenever you win a coin flip, create two Treasure tokens. (They're artifacts with "{T}, Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.") {1}, {T}, Sacrifice another permanent: Flip a coin."

What is the current price of Tavern Scoundrel? Pricing

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Where can I buy Tavern Scoundrel? Pricing

You can purchase Tavern Scoundrel 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 Tavern Scoundrel legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Tavern Scoundrel in Standard is not available.

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

Is Tavern Scoundrel legal in Modern? Legality

Tavern Scoundrel is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Tavern Scoundrel legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Tavern Scoundrel 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 Tavern Scoundrel legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Tavern Scoundrel in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Tavern Scoundrel legal in Legacy? Legality

Tavern Scoundrel is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Tavern Scoundrel legal in Vintage? Legality

Tavern Scoundrel 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 Tavern Scoundrel legal in Pauper? Legality

Tavern Scoundrel 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 Tavern Scoundrel from? Details

This printing of Tavern Scoundrel is from PLST (PLST), with collector number MH2-144.

Tavern Scoundrel may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Tavern Scoundrel's rarity? Details

Tavern Scoundrel is a common card in PLST.

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

Who illustrated Tavern Scoundrel? Details

Tavern Scoundrel was illustrated by Cynthia Sheppard.

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

What is Tavern Scoundrel's power and toughness? Details

Tavern Scoundrel is a 1/3 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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