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Tyvar Kell is a mythic Legendary Planeswalker — Tyvar from J25 (J25) costing {2}{G}{G}. Current price: $1.21 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Tyvar Kell MTG card

Tyvar Kell

Legendary Planeswalker — Tyvar

Card Text

Elves you control have "{T}: Add {B}." [+1]: Put a +1/+1 counter on up to one target Elf. Untap it. It gains deathtouch until end of turn. [0]: Create a 1/1 green Elf Warrior creature token. [−6]: You get an emblem with "Whenever you cast an Elf spell, it gains haste until end of turn and you draw two cards."

Card Stats

Loyalty: 3 mythic CMC: 4.0 J25 J25 🎨 Chris Rallis

Market Prices

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tyvar Kell? Basics

Tyvar Kell is a Legendary Planeswalker — Tyvar card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Elves you control have "{T}: Add {B}." [+1]: Put a +1/+1 counter on up to one target Elf. Untap it. It gains deathtouch until end of turn. [0]: Create a 1/1 green Elf Warrior creature token. [−6]: You get an emblem with "Whenever you cast an Elf spell, it gains haste until end of turn and you draw two cards.""

How much mana does Tyvar Kell cost to cast? Basics

Tyvar Kell has a mana cost of {2}{G}{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.

Tyvar Kell's mana cost of {2}{G}{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.

Tyvar Kell 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.

Tyvar Kell's current oracle text is: "Elves you control have "{T}: Add {B}." [+1]: Put a +1/+1 counter on up to one target Elf. Untap it. It gains deathtouch until end of turn. [0]: Create a 1/1 green Elf Warrior creature token. [−6]: You get an emblem with "Whenever you cast an Elf spell, it gains haste until end of turn and you draw two cards.""

What is the current price of Tyvar Kell? Pricing

The current market price for Tyvar Kell is approximately $1.21 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.57 EUR.

Where can I buy Tyvar Kell? Pricing

You can purchase Tyvar Kell 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 Tyvar Kell legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Tyvar Kell in Standard is not available.

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

Is Tyvar Kell legal in Modern? Legality

Tyvar Kell is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Tyvar Kell legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Tyvar Kell 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 Tyvar Kell legal in Pioneer? Legality

Tyvar Kell is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Tyvar Kell legal in Legacy? Legality

Tyvar Kell is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Tyvar Kell legal in Vintage? Legality

Tyvar Kell 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 Tyvar Kell legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Tyvar Kell 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 Tyvar Kell from? Details

This printing of Tyvar Kell is from J25 (J25), with collector number 734.

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

What is Tyvar Kell's rarity? Details

Tyvar Kell is a mythic card in J25.

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

Who illustrated Tyvar Kell? Details

Tyvar Kell was illustrated by Chris Rallis.

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

What is Tyvar Kell's starting loyalty? Details

Tyvar Kell enters the battlefield with 3 loyalty counters.

Planeswalker abilities add or remove loyalty counters when activated. If a planeswalker's loyalty reaches zero (through damage or ability costs), it's put into the graveyard.

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