Quick Answer

Winding Constrictor is a uncommon Creature — Snake from AER (AER) costing {B}{G}. Current price: $0.31 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Winding Constrictor MTG card

Winding Constrictor

Creature — Snake

Card Text

If one or more counters would be put on an artifact or creature you control, that many plus one of each of those kinds of counters are put on that permanent instead. If you would get one or more counters, you get that many plus one of each of those kinds of counters instead.

Card Stats

2/3 uncommon CMC: 2.0 AER AER 🎨 Izzy

Market Prices

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$0.31
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TCGPlayer
$1.15
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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$1.99
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Cardmarket
€0.28
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€1.20
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Winding Constrictor? Basics

Winding Constrictor is a Creature — Snake card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "If one or more counters would be put on an artifact or creature you control, that many plus one of each of those kinds of counters are put on that permanent instead. If you would get one or more counters, you get that many plus one of each of those kinds of counters instead."

How much mana does Winding Constrictor cost to cast? Basics

Winding Constrictor has a mana cost of {B}{G}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, 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.

Winding Constrictor's mana cost of {B}{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.

Winding Constrictor 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.

Winding Constrictor's current oracle text is: "If one or more counters would be put on an artifact or creature you control, that many plus one of each of those kinds of counters are put on that permanent instead. If you would get one or more counters, you get that many plus one of each of those kinds of counters instead."

What is the current price of Winding Constrictor? Pricing

The current market price for Winding Constrictor is approximately $0.31 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.15 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.28 EUR.

Where can I buy Winding Constrictor? Pricing

You can purchase Winding Constrictor 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.

Winding Constrictor normal: $0.31 | foil: $1.15

Is Winding Constrictor legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Winding Constrictor in Standard is not available.

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

Is Winding Constrictor legal in Modern? Legality

Winding Constrictor is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Winding Constrictor legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Winding Constrictor 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 Winding Constrictor legal in Pioneer? Legality

Winding Constrictor is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Winding Constrictor legal in Legacy? Legality

Winding Constrictor is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Winding Constrictor legal in Vintage? Legality

Winding Constrictor 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 Winding Constrictor legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Winding Constrictor 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 Winding Constrictor from? Details

This printing of Winding Constrictor is from AER (AER), with collector number 140.

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

What is Winding Constrictor's rarity? Details

Winding Constrictor is a uncommon card in AER.

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

Who illustrated Winding Constrictor? Details

Winding Constrictor was illustrated by Izzy.

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

What is Winding Constrictor's power and toughness? Details

Winding Constrictor is a 2/3 creature.

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

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