Quick Answer

Greater Werewolf is a uncommon Creature — Werewolf from 5ED (5ED) costing {4}{B}. Current price: $0.48 USD. Legal in Commander.

Greater Werewolf MTG card

Greater Werewolf

Creature — Werewolf

Card Text

At end of combat, put a -0/-2 counter on each creature blocking or blocked by this creature.

"Two legs by day, four legs by night, eyes raging in storm-gotten might." —Ancient Northland riddle

Card Stats

2/4 uncommon CMC: 5.0 5ED 5ED 🎨 Dennis Detwiller

Market Prices

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$0.48
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$0.35
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€0.22
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greater Werewolf? Basics

Greater Werewolf is a Creature — Werewolf card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "At end of combat, put a -0/-2 counter on each creature blocking or blocked by this creature."

How much mana does Greater Werewolf cost to cast? Basics

Greater Werewolf 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.

Greater Werewolf'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.

Greater Werewolf 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.

Greater Werewolf's current oracle text is: "At end of combat, put a -0/-2 counter on each creature blocking or blocked by this creature."

What is the current price of Greater Werewolf? Pricing

The current market price for Greater Werewolf is approximately $0.48 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.22 EUR.

Where can I buy Greater Werewolf? Pricing

You can purchase Greater Werewolf 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 Greater Werewolf legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Greater Werewolf in Standard is not available.

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

Is Greater Werewolf legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Greater Werewolf in Modern is not available.

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

Is Greater Werewolf legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Greater Werewolf 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 Greater Werewolf legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Greater Werewolf in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Greater Werewolf legal in Legacy? Legality

Greater Werewolf is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Greater Werewolf legal in Vintage? Legality

Greater Werewolf 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 Greater Werewolf legal in Pauper? Legality

Greater Werewolf 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 Greater Werewolf from? Details

This printing of Greater Werewolf is from 5ED (5ED), with collector number 166.

Greater Werewolf may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Greater Werewolf's rarity? Details

Greater Werewolf is a uncommon card in 5ED.

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

Who illustrated Greater Werewolf? Details

Greater Werewolf was illustrated by Dennis Detwiller.

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

What is Greater Werewolf's power and toughness? Details

Greater Werewolf is a 2/4 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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