What is the mana cost of Llanowar Elves?

The mana cost for Llanowar Elves is a single green mana symbol ({G}), making it a one-mana creature with a mana value of 1. This low cost allows it to be played on the first turn of the game.

What type of card is Llanowar Elves?

Llanowar Elves is a Creature — Elf Druid card. It belongs to the green color identity and is classified as a common rarity within its set.

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About This Card

The Llanowar Elves card from Magic: The Gathering's 1999 Classic Sixth Edition release. This essential green creature is a staple for TCG enthusiasts.

Llanowar Elves

1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Classic Sixth Edition

1999 Magic: The Gathering Classic Sixth Edition

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Market Value

Raw/Ungraded Market: $0.39

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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)Last Updated Oct 12, 2026Check Price Guide

Market & Price History

Condition	Value	Source	Trend	Price Details
	$0.39Oct 12, 2026	Guide Estimate	-2.5%
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $0.39, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 12, 2026 Guide Estimate: $0.39. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.39 to $0.40 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 22, 2026 and Oct 12, 2026: -2.5%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.

$0.39Oct 12, 2026
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
-2.5%
Price Details
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)
Estimate: $0.39, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Oct 12, 2026
Guide Estimate: $0.39. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.39 to $0.40 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 22, 2026 and Oct 12, 2026: -2.5%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.

30-day Price History

Raw / Ungraded

TCGplayer Market (reference) · Guide Estimate evidence · captured Oct 12, 2026

Each point is the last stored observation that day for this printing, condition, grader, autograph status and source. Gaps mean no observation; guide estimates and asking prices are not completed sales.

Product Overview

Description

The Llanowar Elves card, numbered 239 in the 1999 Classic Sixth Edition set, remains a cornerstone of Magic: The Gathering collecting. Designed by Anson Maddocks, this common creature card introduces players to the iconic Elf Druid archetype that has defined the green mana color identity for decades. As a foundational piece of the TCG landscape, it offers collectors a tangible link to the game's golden era of design and mechanics. Within the Classic Sixth Edition framework, this card serves as a primary source for green mana production. Its simple yet effective ability allows players to tap the creature to add one green mana to their pool, a mechanic that streamlined deck building and strategy. This efficiency made it a frequent inclusion in competitive and casual decks alike, cementing its place in the history of the game. For those interested in Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards, understanding the role of early mana dorks is essential to appreciating the evolution of gameplay. Whether you are building a personal archive of classic expansions or seeking specific cards to complete a set, this release offers a glimpse into the strategic depth that has kept players engaged since the late 1990s. The card's straightforward design and powerful utility continue to resonate with new and veteran collectors alike, making it a valuable addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection.

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