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Glissa, Herald of Predation is a rare Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Zombie Elf from MOM (MOM) costing {3}{B}{G}. Current price: $0.16 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Glissa, Herald of Predation MTG card

Glissa, Herald of Predation

Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Zombie Elf

Card Text

At the beginning of combat on your turn, choose one — • Incubate 2 twice. (To incubate 2, create an Incubator token with two +1/+1 counters on it and "{2}: Transform this token." It transforms into a 0/0 Phyrexian artifact creature.) • Transform all Incubator tokens you control. • Phyrexians you control gain first strike and deathtouch until end of turn.

Card Stats

3/5 rare CMC: 5.0 MOM MOM 🎨 Cristi Balanescu
Incubate Transform

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$0.16
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$0.31
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$0.49
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€0.23
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glissa, Herald of Predation? Basics

Glissa, Herald of Predation is a Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Zombie Elf card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "At the beginning of combat on your turn, choose one — • Incubate 2 twice. (To incubate 2, create an Incubator token with two +1/+1 counters on it and "{2}: Transform this token." It transforms into a 0/0 Phyrexian artifact creature.) • Transform all Incubator tokens you control. • Phyrexians you control gain first strike and deathtouch until end of turn."

How much mana does Glissa, Herald of Predation cost to cast? Basics

Glissa, Herald of Predation has a mana cost of {3}{B}{G}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, 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.

Glissa, Herald of Predation's mana cost of {3}{B}{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.

Glissa, Herald of Predation 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.

Glissa, Herald of Predation's current oracle text is: "At the beginning of combat on your turn, choose one — • Incubate 2 twice. (To incubate 2, create an Incubator token with two +1/+1 counters on it and "{2}: Transform this token." It transforms into a 0/0 Phyrexian artifact creature.) • Transform all Incubator tokens you control. • Phyrexians you control gain first strike and deathtouch until end of turn."

What is the current price of Glissa, Herald of Predation? Pricing

The current market price for Glissa, Herald of Predation is approximately $0.16 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.31 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.23 EUR.

Where can I buy Glissa, Herald of Predation? Pricing

You can purchase Glissa, Herald of Predation 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.

Glissa, Herald of Predation normal: $0.16 | foil: $0.31

Is Glissa, Herald of Predation legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Glissa, Herald of Predation in Standard is not available.

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

Is Glissa, Herald of Predation legal in Modern? Legality

Glissa, Herald of Predation is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Glissa, Herald of Predation legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Glissa, Herald of Predation 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 Glissa, Herald of Predation legal in Pioneer? Legality

Glissa, Herald of Predation is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Glissa, Herald of Predation legal in Legacy? Legality

Glissa, Herald of Predation is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Glissa, Herald of Predation legal in Vintage? Legality

Glissa, Herald of Predation 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 Glissa, Herald of Predation legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Glissa, Herald of Predation 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 Glissa, Herald of Predation from? Details

This printing of Glissa, Herald of Predation is from MOM (MOM), with collector number 226.

Glissa, Herald of Predation may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Glissa, Herald of Predation's rarity? Details

Glissa, Herald of Predation is a rare card in MOM.

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

Who illustrated Glissa, Herald of Predation? Details

Glissa, Herald of Predation was illustrated by Cristi Balanescu.

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

What is Glissa, Herald of Predation's power and toughness? Details

Glissa, Herald of Predation is a 3/5 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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