Quick Answer

Zodiac Rat is a common Creature — Rat from PRM (PRM) costing {B}. Legal in Commander.

Zodiac Rat MTG card

Zodiac Rat

Creature — Rat

Card Text

Swampwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls a Swamp.)

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Card Stats

1/1 common CMC: 1.0 PRM PRM 🎨 Qi Baocheng
Swampwalk

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zodiac Rat? Basics

Zodiac Rat is a Creature — Rat card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Swampwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls a Swamp.)"

How much mana does Zodiac Rat cost to cast? Basics

Zodiac Rat has a mana cost of {B}, which equals 1.0 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.

Zodiac Rat's mana cost of {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.

Zodiac Rat has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Zodiac Rat's current oracle text is: "Swampwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls a Swamp.)"

What is the current price of Zodiac Rat? Pricing

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

Where can I buy Zodiac Rat? Pricing

You can purchase Zodiac Rat 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 Zodiac Rat legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Zodiac Rat in Standard is not available.

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

Is Zodiac Rat legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Zodiac Rat in Modern is not available.

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

Is Zodiac Rat legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Zodiac Rat 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 Zodiac Rat legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Zodiac Rat in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Zodiac Rat legal in Legacy? Legality

Zodiac Rat is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Zodiac Rat legal in Vintage? Legality

Zodiac Rat 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 Zodiac Rat legal in Pauper? Legality

Zodiac Rat 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 Zodiac Rat from? Details

This printing of Zodiac Rat is from PRM (PRM), with collector number 35094.

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

What is Zodiac Rat's rarity? Details

Zodiac Rat is a common card in PRM.

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

Who illustrated Zodiac Rat? Details

Zodiac Rat was illustrated by Qi Baocheng.

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

What is Zodiac Rat's power and toughness? Details

Zodiac Rat is a 1/1 creature.

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

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