Quick Answer

Kethis, the Hidden Hand is a mythic Legendary Creature — Elf Advisor from M20 (M20) costing {W}{B}{G}. Current price: $3.37 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Kethis, the Hidden Hand MTG card

Kethis, the Hidden Hand

Legendary Creature — Elf Advisor

Card Text

Legendary spells you cast cost {1} less to cast. Exile two legendary cards from your graveyard: Until end of turn, each legendary card in your graveyard gains "You may play this card from your graveyard."

"The pen is mightier than the crown."

Card Stats

3/4 mythic CMC: 3.0 M20 M20 🎨 Yongjae Choi

Market Prices

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$3.37
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$9.89
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$3.49
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$10.99
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€4.20
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€10.13
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Banned
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kethis, the Hidden Hand? Basics

Kethis, the Hidden Hand is a Legendary Creature — Elf Advisor card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Legendary spells you cast cost {1} less to cast. Exile two legendary cards from your graveyard: Until end of turn, each legendary card in your graveyard gains "You may play this card from your graveyard.""

How much mana does Kethis, the Hidden Hand cost to cast? Basics

Kethis, the Hidden Hand has a mana cost of {W}{B}{G}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, G, W 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.

Kethis, the Hidden Hand's mana cost of {W}{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.

Kethis, the Hidden Hand 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.

Kethis, the Hidden Hand's current oracle text is: "Legendary spells you cast cost {1} less to cast. Exile two legendary cards from your graveyard: Until end of turn, each legendary card in your graveyard gains "You may play this card from your graveyard.""

What is the current price of Kethis, the Hidden Hand? Pricing

The current market price for Kethis, the Hidden Hand is approximately $3.37 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $9.89 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €4.2 EUR.

Where can I buy Kethis, the Hidden Hand? Pricing

You can purchase Kethis, the Hidden Hand 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.

Kethis, the Hidden Hand normal: $3.37 | foil: $9.89

Is Kethis, the Hidden Hand legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Kethis, the Hidden Hand in Standard is not available.

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

Is Kethis, the Hidden Hand legal in Modern? Legality

Kethis, the Hidden Hand is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Kethis, the Hidden Hand legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Kethis, the Hidden Hand 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 Kethis, the Hidden Hand legal in Pioneer? Legality

Kethis, the Hidden Hand is Banned in Pioneer format.

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

Is Kethis, the Hidden Hand legal in Legacy? Legality

Kethis, the Hidden Hand is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Kethis, the Hidden Hand legal in Vintage? Legality

Kethis, the Hidden Hand 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 Kethis, the Hidden Hand legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Kethis, the Hidden Hand 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 Kethis, the Hidden Hand from? Details

This printing of Kethis, the Hidden Hand is from M20 (M20), with collector number 211.

Kethis, the Hidden Hand may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Kethis, the Hidden Hand's rarity? Details

Kethis, the Hidden Hand is a mythic card in M20.

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

Who illustrated Kethis, the Hidden Hand? Details

Kethis, the Hidden Hand was illustrated by Yongjae Choi.

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

What is Kethis, the Hidden Hand's power and toughness? Details

Kethis, the Hidden Hand 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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