Quick Answer

Elves of Deep Shadow is a common Creature — Elf Druid from DDJ (DDJ) costing {G}. Current price: $2.68 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Elves of Deep Shadow MTG card

Elves of Deep Shadow

Creature — Elf Druid

Card Text

{T}: Add {B}. This creature deals 1 damage to you.

Cast out of the Conclave generations ago, these elves found a home in the corrupted districts of the Golgari.

Card Stats

1/1 common CMC: 1.0 DDJ DDJ 🎨 Justin Sweet

Market Prices

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€1.65
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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 (9 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elves of Deep Shadow? Basics

Elves of Deep Shadow is a Creature — Elf Druid card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{T}: Add {B}. This creature deals 1 damage to you."

How much mana does Elves of Deep Shadow cost to cast? Basics

Elves of Deep Shadow has a mana cost of {G}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Elves of Deep Shadow's mana cost of {G} 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.

Elves of Deep Shadow 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.

Elves of Deep Shadow's current oracle text is: "{T}: Add {B}. This creature deals 1 damage to you."

What is the current price of Elves of Deep Shadow? Pricing

The current market price for Elves of Deep Shadow is approximately $2.68 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.65 EUR.

Where can I buy Elves of Deep Shadow? Pricing

You can purchase Elves of Deep Shadow 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 Elves of Deep Shadow legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Elves of Deep Shadow in Standard is not available.

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

Is Elves of Deep Shadow legal in Modern? Legality

Elves of Deep Shadow is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Elves of Deep Shadow legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Elves of Deep Shadow 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 Elves of Deep Shadow legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Elves of Deep Shadow in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Elves of Deep Shadow legal in Legacy? Legality

Elves of Deep Shadow is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Elves of Deep Shadow legal in Vintage? Legality

Elves of Deep Shadow 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 Elves of Deep Shadow legal in Pauper? Legality

Elves of Deep Shadow 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 Elves of Deep Shadow from? Details

This printing of Elves of Deep Shadow is from DDJ (DDJ), with collector number 47.

Elves of Deep Shadow may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Elves of Deep Shadow's rarity? Details

Elves of Deep Shadow is a common card in DDJ.

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

Who illustrated Elves of Deep Shadow? Details

Elves of Deep Shadow was illustrated by Justin Sweet.

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

What is Elves of Deep Shadow's power and toughness? Details

Elves of Deep Shadow is a 1/1 creature.

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

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