Quick Answer

Cryptic Annelid is a uncommon Creature — Worm Beast from DDI (DDI) costing {3}{U}. Current price: $0.2 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Cryptic Annelid MTG card

Cryptic Annelid

Creature — Worm Beast

Card Text

When this creature enters, scry 1, then scry 2, then scry 3. (To scry X, look at the top X cards of your library, then put any number of them on the bottom and the rest on top in any order.)

Card Stats

1/4 uncommon CMC: 4.0 DDI DDI 🎨 Anthony S. Waters
Scry

Market Prices

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$0.20
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$0.99
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€0.17
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cryptic Annelid? Basics

Cryptic Annelid is a Creature — Worm Beast card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, scry 1, then scry 2, then scry 3. (To scry X, look at the top X cards of your library, then put any number of them on the bottom and the rest on top in any order.)"

How much mana does Cryptic Annelid cost to cast? Basics

Cryptic Annelid has a mana cost of {3}{U}, which equals 4.0 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.

Cryptic Annelid's mana cost of {3}{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.

Cryptic Annelid has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Cryptic Annelid's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, scry 1, then scry 2, then scry 3. (To scry X, look at the top X cards of your library, then put any number of them on the bottom and the rest on top in any order.)"

What is the current price of Cryptic Annelid? Pricing

The current market price for Cryptic Annelid is approximately $0.2 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.17 EUR.

Where can I buy Cryptic Annelid? Pricing

You can purchase Cryptic Annelid 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 Cryptic Annelid legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Cryptic Annelid in Standard is not available.

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

Is Cryptic Annelid legal in Modern? Legality

Cryptic Annelid is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Cryptic Annelid legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Cryptic Annelid 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 Cryptic Annelid legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Cryptic Annelid in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Cryptic Annelid legal in Legacy? Legality

Cryptic Annelid is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Cryptic Annelid legal in Vintage? Legality

Cryptic Annelid 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 Cryptic Annelid legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Cryptic Annelid 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 Cryptic Annelid from? Details

This printing of Cryptic Annelid is from DDI (DDI), with collector number 15.

Cryptic Annelid may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Cryptic Annelid's rarity? Details

Cryptic Annelid is a uncommon card in DDI.

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

Who illustrated Cryptic Annelid? Details

Cryptic Annelid was illustrated by Anthony S. Waters.

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

What is Cryptic Annelid's power and toughness? Details

Cryptic Annelid is a 1/4 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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