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Chrome Host Seedshark is a rare Creature — Phyrexian Shark from EOC (EOC) costing {2}{U}. Current price: $0.13 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Chrome Host Seedshark MTG card

Chrome Host Seedshark

Creature — Phyrexian Shark

Card Text

Flying Whenever you cast a noncreature spell, incubate X, where X is that spell's mana value. (Create an Incubator token with X +1/+1 counters on it and "{2}: Transform this token." It transforms into a 0/0 Phyrexian artifact creature.)

Card Stats

2/4 rare CMC: 3.0 EOC EOC 🎨 Donato Giancola
Flying Incubate Transform

Market Prices

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€0.31
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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
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chrome Host Seedshark? Basics

Chrome Host Seedshark is a Creature — Phyrexian Shark card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying Whenever you cast a noncreature spell, incubate X, where X is that spell's mana value. (Create an Incubator token with X +1/+1 counters on it and "{2}: Transform this token." It transforms into a 0/0 Phyrexian artifact creature.)"

How much mana does Chrome Host Seedshark cost to cast? Basics

Chrome Host Seedshark has a mana cost of {2}{U}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U 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.

Chrome Host Seedshark's mana cost of {2}{U} 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.

Chrome Host Seedshark has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Chrome Host Seedshark's current oracle text is: "Flying Whenever you cast a noncreature spell, incubate X, where X is that spell's mana value. (Create an Incubator token with X +1/+1 counters on it and "{2}: Transform this token." It transforms into a 0/0 Phyrexian artifact creature.)"

What is the current price of Chrome Host Seedshark? Pricing

The current market price for Chrome Host Seedshark is approximately $0.13 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.31 EUR.

Where can I buy Chrome Host Seedshark? Pricing

You can purchase Chrome Host Seedshark 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 Chrome Host Seedshark legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Chrome Host Seedshark in Standard is not available.

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

Is Chrome Host Seedshark legal in Modern? Legality

Chrome Host Seedshark is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Chrome Host Seedshark legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Chrome Host Seedshark 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 Chrome Host Seedshark legal in Pioneer? Legality

Chrome Host Seedshark is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Chrome Host Seedshark legal in Legacy? Legality

Chrome Host Seedshark is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Chrome Host Seedshark legal in Vintage? Legality

Chrome Host Seedshark 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 Chrome Host Seedshark legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Chrome Host Seedshark 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 Chrome Host Seedshark from? Details

This printing of Chrome Host Seedshark is from EOC (EOC), with collector number 68.

Chrome Host Seedshark may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Chrome Host Seedshark's rarity? Details

Chrome Host Seedshark is a rare card in EOC.

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

Who illustrated Chrome Host Seedshark? Details

Chrome Host Seedshark was illustrated by Donato Giancola.

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

What is Chrome Host Seedshark's power and toughness? Details

Chrome Host Seedshark is a 2/4 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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