Quick Answer

Acolyte of Xathrid is a common Creature — Human Cleric from M10 (M10) costing {B}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Acolyte of Xathrid MTG card

Acolyte of Xathrid

Creature — Human Cleric

Card Text

{1}{B}, {T}: Target player loses 1 life.

Like all priests, she gives her blessings only to those truly worthy of them.

Card Stats

0/1 common CMC: 1.0 M10 M10 🎨 Chris Rahn

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.05
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TCGPlayer
$0.35
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.10
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Cardmarket
€0.55
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern 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 Acolyte of Xathrid? Basics

Acolyte of Xathrid is a Creature — Human Cleric card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{1}{B}, {T}: Target player loses 1 life."

How much mana does Acolyte of Xathrid cost to cast? Basics

Acolyte of Xathrid 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.

Acolyte of Xathrid'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.

Acolyte of Xathrid 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.

Acolyte of Xathrid's current oracle text is: "{1}{B}, {T}: Target player loses 1 life."

What is the current price of Acolyte of Xathrid? Pricing

The current market price for Acolyte of Xathrid is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.35 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.1 EUR.

Where can I buy Acolyte of Xathrid? Pricing

You can purchase Acolyte of Xathrid 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.

Acolyte of Xathrid normal: $0.05 | foil: $0.35

Is Acolyte of Xathrid legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Acolyte of Xathrid in Standard is not available.

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

Is Acolyte of Xathrid legal in Modern? Legality

Acolyte of Xathrid is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Acolyte of Xathrid legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Acolyte of Xathrid 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 Acolyte of Xathrid legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Acolyte of Xathrid in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Acolyte of Xathrid legal in Legacy? Legality

Acolyte of Xathrid is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Acolyte of Xathrid legal in Vintage? Legality

Acolyte of Xathrid 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 Acolyte of Xathrid legal in Pauper? Legality

Acolyte of Xathrid 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 Acolyte of Xathrid from? Details

This printing of Acolyte of Xathrid is from M10 (M10), with collector number 83.

Acolyte of Xathrid may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Acolyte of Xathrid's rarity? Details

Acolyte of Xathrid is a common card in M10.

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

Who illustrated Acolyte of Xathrid? Details

Acolyte of Xathrid was illustrated by Chris Rahn.

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

What is Acolyte of Xathrid's power and toughness? Details

Acolyte of Xathrid is a 0/1 creature.

Power (0) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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