Quick Answer

Eater of the Dead is a uncommon Creature — Horror from DRK (DRK) costing {4}{B}. Current price: $5.2 USD. Legal in Commander.

Eater of the Dead MTG card

Eater of the Dead

Creature — Horror

Card Text

{0}: If this creature is tapped, exile target creature card from a graveyard and untap this creature.

Even the putrid muscles of the dead can provide strength to those loathsome enough to consume them.

Card Stats

3/4 uncommon CMC: 5.0 DRK DRK 🎨 Jesper Myrfors

Market Prices

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Oldschool Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eater of the Dead? Basics

Eater of the Dead is a Creature — Horror card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{0}: If this creature is tapped, exile target creature card from a graveyard and untap this creature."

How much mana does Eater of the Dead cost to cast? Basics

Eater of the Dead has a mana cost of {4}{B}, which equals 5.0 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.

Eater of the Dead's mana cost of {4}{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.

Eater of the Dead has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Eater of the Dead's current oracle text is: "{0}: If this creature is tapped, exile target creature card from a graveyard and untap this creature."

What is the current price of Eater of the Dead? Pricing

The current market price for Eater of the Dead is approximately $5.2 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €6.54 EUR.

Where can I buy Eater of the Dead? Pricing

You can purchase Eater of the Dead 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 Eater of the Dead legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Eater of the Dead in Standard is not available.

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

Is Eater of the Dead legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Eater of the Dead in Modern is not available.

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

Is Eater of the Dead legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Eater of the Dead 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 Eater of the Dead legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Eater of the Dead in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Eater of the Dead legal in Legacy? Legality

Eater of the Dead is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Eater of the Dead legal in Vintage? Legality

Eater of the Dead 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 Eater of the Dead legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Eater of the Dead 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 Eater of the Dead from? Details

This printing of Eater of the Dead is from DRK (DRK), with collector number 44.

Eater of the Dead may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Eater of the Dead's rarity? Details

Eater of the Dead is a uncommon card in DRK.

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

Who illustrated Eater of the Dead? Details

Eater of the Dead was illustrated by Jesper Myrfors.

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

What is Eater of the Dead's power and toughness? Details

Eater of the Dead is a 3/4 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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