Quick Answer

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper is a mythic Legendary Creature — Snake Wizard from C16 (C16) costing {3}{B}{G}. Legal in Commander.

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper MTG card

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper

Legendary Creature — Snake Wizard

Card Text

Menace Whenever a creature you control deals combat damage to a player, you gain life equal to that creature's toughness. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)

"Now the scaled ones rule Tarkir."

Card Stats

3/7 mythic CMC: 5.0 C16 C16 🎨 Josu Hernaiz
Menace Partner

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (7 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper? Basics

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper is a Legendary Creature — Snake Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Menace Whenever a creature you control deals combat damage to a player, you gain life equal to that creature's toughness. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)"

How much mana does Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper cost to cast? Basics

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper has a mana cost of {3}{B}{G}, which equals 5.0 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.

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper's mana cost of {3}{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.

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper 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.

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper's current oracle text is: "Menace Whenever a creature you control deals combat damage to a player, you gain life equal to that creature's toughness. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)"

What is the current price of Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper? Pricing

Price data for Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper? Pricing

You can purchase Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper 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 Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper in Standard is not available.

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

Is Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper in Modern is not available.

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

Is Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper 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 Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper legal in Legacy? Legality

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper legal in Vintage? Legality

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper 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 Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper 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 Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper from? Details

This printing of Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper is from C16 (C16), with collector number 32.

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper's rarity? Details

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper is a mythic card in C16.

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

Who illustrated Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper? Details

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper was illustrated by Josu Hernaiz.

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

What is Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper's power and toughness? Details

Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper is a 3/7 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (7) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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