Quick Answer

Illusory Demon is a uncommon Creature — Demon Illusion from ARB (ARB) costing {1}{U}{B}. Current price: $0.08 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Illusory Demon MTG card

Illusory Demon

Creature — Demon Illusion

Card Text

Flying When you cast a spell, sacrifice this creature.

In the Maelstrom, a trick of the light can feast on human flesh.

Card Stats

4/3 uncommon CMC: 3.0 ARB ARB 🎨 Nils Hamm
Flying

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.08
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TCGPlayer
$0.25
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.05
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Cardmarket
€0.30
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Illusory Demon? Basics

Illusory Demon is a Creature — Demon Illusion card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying When you cast a spell, sacrifice this creature."

How much mana does Illusory Demon cost to cast? Basics

Illusory Demon has a mana cost of {1}{U}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, U 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.

Illusory Demon's mana cost of {1}{U}{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.

Illusory Demon 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.

Illusory Demon's current oracle text is: "Flying When you cast a spell, sacrifice this creature."

What is the current price of Illusory Demon? Pricing

The current market price for Illusory Demon is approximately $0.08 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.25 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.05 EUR.

Where can I buy Illusory Demon? Pricing

You can purchase Illusory Demon 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.

Illusory Demon normal: $0.08 | foil: $0.25

Is Illusory Demon legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Illusory Demon in Standard is not available.

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

Is Illusory Demon legal in Modern? Legality

Illusory Demon is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Illusory Demon legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Illusory Demon 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 Illusory Demon legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Illusory Demon in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Illusory Demon legal in Legacy? Legality

Illusory Demon is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Illusory Demon legal in Vintage? Legality

Illusory Demon 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 Illusory Demon legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Illusory Demon 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 Illusory Demon from? Details

This printing of Illusory Demon is from ARB (ARB), with collector number 21.

Illusory Demon may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Illusory Demon's rarity? Details

Illusory Demon is a uncommon card in ARB.

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

Who illustrated Illusory Demon? Details

Illusory Demon was illustrated by Nils Hamm.

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

What is Illusory Demon's power and toughness? Details

Illusory Demon is a 4/3 creature.

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

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