Quick Answer

Venomthrope is a uncommon Creature — Tyranid from 40K (40K) costing {1}{G}{U}. Current price: $2.91 USD. Legal in Commander.

Venomthrope MTG card

Venomthrope

Creature — Tyranid

Card Text

Flying, deathtouch, hexproof

"See that cloud that hangs around it? More than a minute in there and you'll be bleeding out of places you didn't even know you had." —Captain Ascote

Card Stats

2/2 uncommon CMC: 3.0 40K 40K 🎨 Antonio José Manzanedo
Deathtouch Flying Hexproof

Market Prices

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$2.91
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Card Kingdom
$3.99
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Card Kingdom
$5.99
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Cardmarket
€2.70
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Cardmarket
€3.95
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Venomthrope? Basics

Venomthrope is a Creature — Tyranid card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying, deathtouch, hexproof"

How much mana does Venomthrope cost to cast? Basics

Venomthrope has a mana cost of {1}{G}{U}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G, 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.

Venomthrope's mana cost of {1}{G}{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.

Venomthrope 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.

Venomthrope's current oracle text is: "Flying, deathtouch, hexproof"

What is the current price of Venomthrope? Pricing

The current market price for Venomthrope is approximately $2.91 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €2.7 EUR.

Where can I buy Venomthrope? Pricing

You can purchase Venomthrope 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 Venomthrope legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Venomthrope in Standard is not available.

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

Is Venomthrope legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Venomthrope in Modern is not available.

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

Is Venomthrope legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Venomthrope 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 Venomthrope legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Venomthrope in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Venomthrope legal in Legacy? Legality

Venomthrope is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Venomthrope legal in Vintage? Legality

Venomthrope 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 Venomthrope legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Venomthrope 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 Venomthrope from? Details

This printing of Venomthrope is from 40K (40K), with collector number 147.

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

What is Venomthrope's rarity? Details

Venomthrope is a uncommon card in 40K.

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

Who illustrated Venomthrope? Details

Venomthrope was illustrated by Antonio José Manzanedo.

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

What is Venomthrope's power and toughness? Details

Venomthrope 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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