Coral Merfolk
Magic 2012 49 • common
- Set
- Magic 2012
- Collector number
- 49
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana blue mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- rk post
- Market price
- $0.06
What it does
Merfolk are best known for their subtle magic. But those who try to fight them in their own territory quickly realize that merfolk are hardly defenseless on the field of battle.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC. Card text via Scryfall. Not approved or endorsed by Wizards. As of the last catalogue refresh.
Where to find one
Search for Coral Merfolk on the marketplaces collectors use.
Listings from external marketplaces. We may earn a commission on qualifying purchases.
Where it came from
Coral Merfolk was released as part of the Magic 2012 core set in July 2011, serving as a functional reprint of a classic common creature that had appeared in the game's earliest days. As a core set card, its purpose was to provide a straightforward, accessible creature for limited formats, reinforcing the identity of Blue as a color that relies on evasion and elemental themes. Its inclusion allowed newer players to engage with the fundamental mechanics of combat and creature types that have defined the game since its inception.
The artwork for this specific iteration was provided by Aleksi Briclot, a veteran illustrator known for his dynamic and atmospheric style within the Magic: The Gathering universe. Briclot designed the Merfolk to feel fluid and aquatic, utilizing vibrant tones to contrast with the deep blues of the environment. Upon release, the card was received as a standard utility piece, appreciated by players for its clear role in establishing board presence and its consistency with the established lore of the Merfolk civilization.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI
Who's collecting this
Real cards collectors on collecto.rs who have this in their public collection.
About Coral Merfolk
Coral Merfolk is a card in the Magic: The Gathering catalog on collecto.rs. Magic 2012 49 • common. Catalog data is sourced from Scryfall. No public cards collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How many collectors track Coral Merfolk on collecto.rs?
Coral Merfolk doesn't have any public collectors on collecto.rs yet. Sign up to add it and become the first.
Can I track my own copy of Coral Merfolk?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your card, upload photos, record condition, edition, and acquisition cost, and connect with other magic: the gathering collectors. Your collection stays private by default.
Where does the Coral Merfolk catalog entry come from?
The catalog entry for Coral Merfolk is sourced from Scryfall. Catalog-level facts stay consistent across every collector; your own data (condition, edition, acquisition notes) is yours.
Is collecto.rs cards tracking free?
Yes. Tracking your cards is free — no paid tier required to catalog items, upload photos, or share your collection.
Track every card you own
Free. Fun. Collection photos, notes, organization, value tracking, friends — all in one place.
Sign up free
