Quick Answer

Genestealer Locus is a uncommon Creature — Tyranid Human from 40K (40K) costing {3}{U}. Current price: $0.15 USD. Legal in Commander.

Genestealer Locus MTG card

Genestealer Locus

Creature — Tyranid Human

Card Text

Neurotraumal Rod — Whenever a creature attacks you, it gets -1/-0 until end of turn. Whenever a creature attacks one of your opponents, it gets +0/+1 until end of turn.

Harrowing visions, paralyzing pain, and terrifying brain spasms await those who challenge the cult.

Card Stats

3/3 uncommon CMC: 4.0 40K 40K 🎨 Diego Gisbert
Neurotraumal Rod

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.15
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.10
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Cardmarket
€0.44
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Genestealer Locus? Basics

Genestealer Locus is a Creature — Tyranid Human card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Neurotraumal Rod — Whenever a creature attacks you, it gets -1/-0 until end of turn. Whenever a creature attacks one of your opponents, it gets +0/+1 until end of turn."

How much mana does Genestealer Locus cost to cast? Basics

Genestealer Locus 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.

Genestealer Locus'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.

Genestealer Locus 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.

Genestealer Locus's current oracle text is: "Neurotraumal Rod — Whenever a creature attacks you, it gets -1/-0 until end of turn. Whenever a creature attacks one of your opponents, it gets +0/+1 until end of turn."

What is the current price of Genestealer Locus? Pricing

The current market price for Genestealer Locus is approximately $0.15 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.1 EUR.

Where can I buy Genestealer Locus? Pricing

You can purchase Genestealer Locus 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 Genestealer Locus legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Genestealer Locus in Standard is not available.

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

Is Genestealer Locus legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Genestealer Locus in Modern is not available.

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

Is Genestealer Locus legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Genestealer Locus 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 Genestealer Locus legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Genestealer Locus in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Genestealer Locus legal in Legacy? Legality

Genestealer Locus is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Genestealer Locus legal in Vintage? Legality

Genestealer Locus 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 Genestealer Locus legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Genestealer Locus 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 Genestealer Locus from? Details

This printing of Genestealer Locus is from 40K (40K), with collector number 21.

Genestealer Locus may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Genestealer Locus's rarity? Details

Genestealer Locus is a uncommon card in 40K.

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

Who illustrated Genestealer Locus? Details

Genestealer Locus was illustrated by Diego Gisbert.

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

What is Genestealer Locus's power and toughness? Details

Genestealer Locus is a 3/3 creature.

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

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