Quick Answer

Horror of Horrors is a uncommon Enchantment from 9ED (9ED) costing {3}{B}{B}. Current price: $0.24 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Horror of Horrors MTG card

Horror of Horrors

Enchantment

Card Text

Sacrifice a Swamp: Regenerate target black creature. (The next time that creature would be destroyed this turn, instead tap it, remove it from combat, and heal all damage on it.)

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 5.0 9ED 9ED 🎨 Simon Bisley

Market Prices

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$0.24
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TCGPlayer
$2.27
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$0.59
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$2.49
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€0.12
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€1.08
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Horror of Horrors? Basics

Horror of Horrors is a Enchantment card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Sacrifice a Swamp: Regenerate target black creature. (The next time that creature would be destroyed this turn, instead tap it, remove it from combat, and heal all damage on it.)"

How much mana does Horror of Horrors cost to cast? Basics

Horror of Horrors has a mana cost of {3}{B}{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.

Horror of Horrors's mana cost of {3}{B}{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.

Horror of Horrors 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.

Horror of Horrors's current oracle text is: "Sacrifice a Swamp: Regenerate target black creature. (The next time that creature would be destroyed this turn, instead tap it, remove it from combat, and heal all damage on it.)"

What is the current price of Horror of Horrors? Pricing

The current market price for Horror of Horrors is approximately $0.24 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $2.27 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.12 EUR.

Where can I buy Horror of Horrors? Pricing

You can purchase Horror of Horrors 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.

Horror of Horrors normal: $0.24 | foil: $2.27

Is Horror of Horrors legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Horror of Horrors in Standard is not available.

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

Is Horror of Horrors legal in Modern? Legality

Horror of Horrors is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Horror of Horrors legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Horror of Horrors 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 Horror of Horrors legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Horror of Horrors in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Horror of Horrors legal in Legacy? Legality

Horror of Horrors is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Horror of Horrors legal in Vintage? Legality

Horror of Horrors 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 Horror of Horrors legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Horror of Horrors 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 Horror of Horrors from? Details

This printing of Horror of Horrors is from 9ED (9ED), with collector number 140.

Horror of Horrors may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Horror of Horrors's rarity? Details

Horror of Horrors is a uncommon card in 9ED.

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

Who illustrated Horror of Horrors? Details

Horror of Horrors was illustrated by Simon Bisley.

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

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