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Throatseeker is a uncommon Creature — Vampire Ninja from J21 (J21) costing {2}{B}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Throatseeker MTG card

Throatseeker

Creature — Vampire Ninja

Card Text

Unblocked attacking Ninjas you control have lifelink.

Card Stats

3/2 uncommon CMC: 3.0 J21 J21 🎨 Dmitry Burmak

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Throatseeker? Basics

Throatseeker is a Creature — Vampire Ninja card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Unblocked attacking Ninjas you control have lifelink."

How much mana does Throatseeker cost to cast? Basics

Throatseeker has a mana cost of {2}{B}, which equals 3.0 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.

Throatseeker's mana cost of {2}{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.

Throatseeker 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.

Throatseeker's current oracle text is: "Unblocked attacking Ninjas you control have lifelink."

What is the current price of Throatseeker? Pricing

Price data for Throatseeker is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Throatseeker? Pricing

You can purchase Throatseeker 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 Throatseeker legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Throatseeker in Standard is not available.

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

Is Throatseeker legal in Modern? Legality

Throatseeker is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Throatseeker legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Throatseeker 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 Throatseeker legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Throatseeker in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Throatseeker legal in Legacy? Legality

Throatseeker is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Throatseeker legal in Vintage? Legality

Throatseeker 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 Throatseeker legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Throatseeker 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 Throatseeker from? Details

This printing of Throatseeker is from J21 (J21), with collector number 391.

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

What is Throatseeker's rarity? Details

Throatseeker is a uncommon card in J21.

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

Who illustrated Throatseeker? Details

Throatseeker was illustrated by Dmitry Burmak.

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

What is Throatseeker's power and toughness? Details

Throatseeker is a 3/2 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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