Quick Answer

Host of the Hereafter is a uncommon Creature — Zombie Warlock from TDM (TDM) costing {2}{B}{G}. Current price: $0.08 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Host of the Hereafter MTG card

Host of the Hereafter

Creature — Zombie Warlock

Card Text

This creature enters with two +1/+1 counters on it. Whenever this creature or another creature you control dies, if it had counters on it, put its counters on up to one target creature you control.

"I agreed to return and aid the Sultai. My friends here agreed to return and aid me."

Card Stats

2/2 uncommon CMC: 4.0 TDM TDM 🎨 Annie Stegg

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Market Prices

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$0.08
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$0.17
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.16
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€0.12
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Host of the Hereafter? Basics

Host of the Hereafter is a Creature — Zombie Warlock card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "This creature enters with two +1/+1 counters on it. Whenever this creature or another creature you control dies, if it had counters on it, put its counters on up to one target creature you control."

How much mana does Host of the Hereafter cost to cast? Basics

Host of the Hereafter has a mana cost of {2}{B}{G}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, G 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.

Host of the Hereafter's mana cost of {2}{B}{G} 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.

Host of the Hereafter has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Host of the Hereafter's current oracle text is: "This creature enters with two +1/+1 counters on it. Whenever this creature or another creature you control dies, if it had counters on it, put its counters on up to one target creature you control."

What is the current price of Host of the Hereafter? Pricing

The current market price for Host of the Hereafter is approximately $0.08 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.17 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.16 EUR.

Where can I buy Host of the Hereafter? Pricing

You can purchase Host of the Hereafter 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.

Host of the Hereafter normal: $0.08 | foil: $0.17

Is Host of the Hereafter legal in Standard? Legality

Host of the Hereafter is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Host of the Hereafter legal in Modern? Legality

Host of the Hereafter is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Host of the Hereafter legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Host of the Hereafter 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 Host of the Hereafter legal in Pioneer? Legality

Host of the Hereafter is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Host of the Hereafter legal in Legacy? Legality

Host of the Hereafter is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Host of the Hereafter legal in Vintage? Legality

Host of the Hereafter 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 Host of the Hereafter legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Host of the Hereafter 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 Host of the Hereafter from? Details

This printing of Host of the Hereafter is from TDM (TDM), with collector number 193.

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

What is Host of the Hereafter's rarity? Details

Host of the Hereafter is a uncommon card in TDM.

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

Who illustrated Host of the Hereafter? Details

Host of the Hereafter was illustrated by Annie Stegg.

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

What is Host of the Hereafter's power and toughness? Details

Host of the Hereafter is a 2/2 creature.

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

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