Quick Answer

Herald of Kozilek is a uncommon Creature — Eldrazi Drone from BFZ (BFZ) costing {1}{U}{R}. Current price: $0.41 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Herald of Kozilek MTG card

Herald of Kozilek

Creature — Eldrazi Drone

Card Text

Devoid (This card has no color.) Colorless spells you cast cost {1} less to cast.

"Some Eldrazi, their purpose is obvious: suck the life out of the land, birth new Eldrazi. Others aren't so obvious, and those are the ones that make me really nervous." —Chadir the Navigator

Card Stats

2/4 uncommon CMC: 3.0 BFZ BFZ 🎨 Johannes Voss
Devoid

Market Prices

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$0.41
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TCGPlayer
$10.10
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$11.99
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Cardmarket
€0.39
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€6.34
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Herald of Kozilek? Basics

Herald of Kozilek is a Creature — Eldrazi Drone card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Devoid (This card has no color.) Colorless spells you cast cost {1} less to cast."

How much mana does Herald of Kozilek cost to cast? Basics

Herald of Kozilek has a mana cost of {1}{U}{R}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Herald of Kozilek's mana cost of {1}{U}{R} 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.

Herald of Kozilek has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Herald of Kozilek's current oracle text is: "Devoid (This card has no color.) Colorless spells you cast cost {1} less to cast."

What is the current price of Herald of Kozilek? Pricing

The current market price for Herald of Kozilek is approximately $0.41 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $10.1 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.39 EUR.

Where can I buy Herald of Kozilek? Pricing

You can purchase Herald of Kozilek 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.

Herald of Kozilek normal: $0.41 | foil: $10.1

Is Herald of Kozilek legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Herald of Kozilek in Standard is not available.

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

Is Herald of Kozilek legal in Modern? Legality

Herald of Kozilek is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Herald of Kozilek legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Herald of Kozilek 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 Herald of Kozilek legal in Pioneer? Legality

Herald of Kozilek is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Herald of Kozilek legal in Legacy? Legality

Herald of Kozilek is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Herald of Kozilek legal in Vintage? Legality

Herald of Kozilek 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 Herald of Kozilek legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Herald of Kozilek 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 Herald of Kozilek from? Details

This printing of Herald of Kozilek is from BFZ (BFZ), with collector number 205.

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

What is Herald of Kozilek's rarity? Details

Herald of Kozilek is a uncommon card in BFZ.

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

Who illustrated Herald of Kozilek? Details

Herald of Kozilek was illustrated by Johannes Voss.

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

What is Herald of Kozilek's power and toughness? Details

Herald of Kozilek 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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