Quick Answer

Frostfist Strider is a uncommon Creature — Elemental Giant from DMU (DMU) costing {3}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.09 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Frostfist Strider MTG card

Frostfist Strider

Creature — Elemental Giant

Card Text

Ward {2} (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.) When this creature enters, tap target creature an opponent controls and put a stun counter on it. (If a permanent with a stun counter would become untapped, remove one from it instead.)

Card Stats

4/4 uncommon CMC: 5.0 DMU DMU 🎨 Francisco Miyara
Ward

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.09
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TCGPlayer
$0.10
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.03
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Cardmarket
€0.13
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Frostfist Strider? Basics

Frostfist Strider is a Creature — Elemental Giant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Ward {2} (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.) When this creature enters, tap target creature an opponent controls and put a stun counter on it. (If a permanent with a stun counter would become untapped, remove one from it instead.)"

How much mana does Frostfist Strider cost to cast? Basics

Frostfist Strider has a mana cost of {3}{U}{U}, which equals 5.0 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.

Frostfist Strider's mana cost of {3}{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.

Frostfist Strider 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.

Frostfist Strider's current oracle text is: "Ward {2} (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.) When this creature enters, tap target creature an opponent controls and put a stun counter on it. (If a permanent with a stun counter would become untapped, remove one from it instead.)"

What is the current price of Frostfist Strider? Pricing

The current market price for Frostfist Strider is approximately $0.09 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.1 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.03 EUR.

Where can I buy Frostfist Strider? Pricing

You can purchase Frostfist Strider 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.

Frostfist Strider normal: $0.09 | foil: $0.1

Is Frostfist Strider legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Frostfist Strider in Standard is not available.

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

Is Frostfist Strider legal in Modern? Legality

Frostfist Strider is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Frostfist Strider legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Frostfist Strider 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 Frostfist Strider legal in Pioneer? Legality

Frostfist Strider is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Frostfist Strider legal in Legacy? Legality

Frostfist Strider is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Frostfist Strider legal in Vintage? Legality

Frostfist Strider 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 Frostfist Strider legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Frostfist Strider 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 Frostfist Strider from? Details

This printing of Frostfist Strider is from DMU (DMU), with collector number 51.

Frostfist Strider may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Frostfist Strider's rarity? Details

Frostfist Strider is a uncommon card in DMU.

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

Who illustrated Frostfist Strider? Details

Frostfist Strider was illustrated by Francisco Miyara.

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

What is Frostfist Strider's power and toughness? Details

Frostfist Strider is a 4/4 creature.

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

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