Quick Answer

Gurmag Swiftwing is a uncommon Creature — Bat from CLU (CLU) costing {1}{B}. Current price: $0.22 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Gurmag Swiftwing MTG card

Gurmag Swiftwing

Creature — Bat

Card Text

Flying, first strike, haste

"Anything a falcon can do, a bat can do in pitch darkness." —Urdnan the Wanderer

Card Stats

1/2 uncommon CMC: 2.0 CLU CLU 🎨 Jeff Simpson
First strike Flying Haste

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

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 (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gurmag Swiftwing? Basics

Gurmag Swiftwing is a Creature — Bat card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying, first strike, haste"

How much mana does Gurmag Swiftwing cost to cast? Basics

Gurmag Swiftwing has a mana cost of {1}{B}, which equals 2.0 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.

Gurmag Swiftwing's mana cost of {1}{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.

Gurmag Swiftwing has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Gurmag Swiftwing's current oracle text is: "Flying, first strike, haste"

What is the current price of Gurmag Swiftwing? Pricing

The current market price for Gurmag Swiftwing is approximately $0.22 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.21 EUR.

Where can I buy Gurmag Swiftwing? Pricing

You can purchase Gurmag Swiftwing 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 Gurmag Swiftwing legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Gurmag Swiftwing in Standard is not available.

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

Is Gurmag Swiftwing legal in Modern? Legality

Gurmag Swiftwing is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Gurmag Swiftwing legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Gurmag Swiftwing 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 Gurmag Swiftwing legal in Pioneer? Legality

Gurmag Swiftwing is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Gurmag Swiftwing legal in Legacy? Legality

Gurmag Swiftwing is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Gurmag Swiftwing legal in Vintage? Legality

Gurmag Swiftwing 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 Gurmag Swiftwing legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Gurmag Swiftwing 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 Gurmag Swiftwing from? Details

This printing of Gurmag Swiftwing is from CLU (CLU), with collector number 113.

Gurmag Swiftwing may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Gurmag Swiftwing's rarity? Details

Gurmag Swiftwing is a uncommon card in CLU.

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

Who illustrated Gurmag Swiftwing? Details

Gurmag Swiftwing was illustrated by Jeff Simpson.

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

What is Gurmag Swiftwing's power and toughness? Details

Gurmag Swiftwing is a 1/2 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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