Quick Answer

Diluvian Primordial is a rare Creature — Avatar from C21 (C21) costing {5}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.32 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Diluvian Primordial MTG card

Diluvian Primordial

Creature — Avatar

Card Text

Flying When this creature enters, for each opponent, you may cast up to one target instant or sorcery card from that player's graveyard without paying its mana cost. If a spell cast this way would be put into a graveyard, exile it instead.

Card Stats

5/5 rare CMC: 7.0 C21 C21 🎨 Stephan Martiniere
Flying

Market Prices

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$0.32
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$0.99
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€0.46
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€1.49
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Diluvian Primordial? Basics

Diluvian Primordial is a Creature — Avatar card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying When this creature enters, for each opponent, you may cast up to one target instant or sorcery card from that player's graveyard without paying its mana cost. If a spell cast this way would be put into a graveyard, exile it instead."

How much mana does Diluvian Primordial cost to cast? Basics

Diluvian Primordial has a mana cost of {5}{U}{U}, which equals 7.0 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.

Diluvian Primordial's mana cost of {5}{U}{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.

Diluvian Primordial has a mana value of 7.0. 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.

Diluvian Primordial's current oracle text is: "Flying When this creature enters, for each opponent, you may cast up to one target instant or sorcery card from that player's graveyard without paying its mana cost. If a spell cast this way would be put into a graveyard, exile it instead."

What is the current price of Diluvian Primordial? Pricing

The current market price for Diluvian Primordial is approximately $0.32 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.46 EUR.

Where can I buy Diluvian Primordial? Pricing

You can purchase Diluvian Primordial 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 Diluvian Primordial legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Diluvian Primordial in Standard is not available.

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

Is Diluvian Primordial legal in Modern? Legality

Diluvian Primordial is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Diluvian Primordial legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Diluvian Primordial 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 Diluvian Primordial legal in Pioneer? Legality

Diluvian Primordial is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Diluvian Primordial legal in Legacy? Legality

Diluvian Primordial is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Diluvian Primordial legal in Vintage? Legality

Diluvian Primordial 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 Diluvian Primordial legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Diluvian Primordial 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 Diluvian Primordial from? Details

This printing of Diluvian Primordial is from C21 (C21), with collector number 120.

Diluvian Primordial may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Diluvian Primordial's rarity? Details

Diluvian Primordial is a rare card in C21.

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

Who illustrated Diluvian Primordial? Details

Diluvian Primordial was illustrated by Stephan Martiniere.

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

What is Diluvian Primordial's power and toughness? Details

Diluvian Primordial is a 5/5 creature.

Power (5) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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