Quick Answer

Horror of the Dim is a common Creature — Horror from GTC (GTC) costing {4}{B}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Horror of the Dim MTG card

Horror of the Dim

Creature — Horror

Card Text

{U}: This creature gains hexproof until end of turn. (It can't be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.)

"Lesser minds can scarcely imagine such a marriage of necromancy and mind magic." —Strava, Dimir mage

Card Stats

3/4 common CMC: 5.0 GTC GTC 🎨 Jack Wang

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.05
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TCGPlayer
$0.15
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.02
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€0.19
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Horror of the Dim? Basics

Horror of the Dim is a Creature — Horror card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{U}: This creature gains hexproof until end of turn. (It can't be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.)"

How much mana does Horror of the Dim cost to cast? Basics

Horror of the Dim 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.

Horror of the Dim'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.

Horror of the Dim 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 the Dim's current oracle text is: "{U}: This creature gains hexproof until end of turn. (It can't be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.)"

What is the current price of Horror of the Dim? Pricing

The current market price for Horror of the Dim is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.15 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.02 EUR.

Where can I buy Horror of the Dim? Pricing

You can purchase Horror of the Dim 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 the Dim normal: $0.05 | foil: $0.15

Is Horror of the Dim legal in Standard? Legality

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

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

Is Horror of the Dim legal in Modern? Legality

Horror of the Dim is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Horror of the Dim legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Horror of the Dim 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 the Dim legal in Pioneer? Legality

Horror of the Dim is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Horror of the Dim legal in Legacy? Legality

Horror of the Dim is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Horror of the Dim legal in Vintage? Legality

Horror of the Dim 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 the Dim legal in Pauper? Legality

Horror of the Dim 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 Horror of the Dim from? Details

This printing of Horror of the Dim is from GTC (GTC), with collector number 68.

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

What is Horror of the Dim's rarity? Details

Horror of the Dim is a common card in GTC.

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

Who illustrated Horror of the Dim? Details

Horror of the Dim was illustrated by Jack Wang.

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

What is Horror of the Dim's power and toughness? Details

Horror of the Dim is a 3/4 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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