Quick Answer

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth is a mythic Legendary Creature — Eldrazi from 2X2 (2X2) costing {10}. Current price: $38.04 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth MTG card

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth

Legendary Creature — Eldrazi

Card Text

When you cast this spell, draw four cards. Annihilator 4 (Whenever this creature attacks, defending player sacrifices four permanents of their choice.) When Kozilek is put into a graveyard from anywhere, its owner shuffles their graveyard into their library.

Card Stats

12/12 mythic CMC: 10.0 2X2 2X2 🎨 Michael Komarck
Annihilator

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$38.04
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TCGPlayer
$44.90
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Card Kingdom
$44.99
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Card Kingdom
$54.99
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Cardmarket
€35.47
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Cardmarket
€48.09
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (10 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kozilek, Butcher of Truth? Basics

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth is a Legendary Creature — Eldrazi card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When you cast this spell, draw four cards. Annihilator 4 (Whenever this creature attacks, defending player sacrifices four permanents of their choice.) When Kozilek is put into a graveyard from anywhere, its owner shuffles their graveyard into their library."

How much mana does Kozilek, Butcher of Truth cost to cast? Basics

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth has a mana cost of {10}, which equals 10.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth's mana cost of {10} 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.

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth has a mana value of 10.0. 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.

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth's current oracle text is: "When you cast this spell, draw four cards. Annihilator 4 (Whenever this creature attacks, defending player sacrifices four permanents of their choice.) When Kozilek is put into a graveyard from anywhere, its owner shuffles their graveyard into their library."

What is the current price of Kozilek, Butcher of Truth? Pricing

The current market price for Kozilek, Butcher of Truth is approximately $38.04 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $44.9 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €35.47 EUR.

Where can I buy Kozilek, Butcher of Truth? Pricing

You can purchase Kozilek, Butcher of Truth 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.

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth normal: $38.04 | foil: $44.9

Is Kozilek, Butcher of Truth legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Kozilek, Butcher of Truth in Standard is not available.

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

Is Kozilek, Butcher of Truth legal in Modern? Legality

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Kozilek, Butcher of Truth legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth 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 Kozilek, Butcher of Truth legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Kozilek, Butcher of Truth in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Kozilek, Butcher of Truth legal in Legacy? Legality

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Kozilek, Butcher of Truth legal in Vintage? Legality

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth 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 Kozilek, Butcher of Truth legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Kozilek, Butcher of Truth 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 Kozilek, Butcher of Truth from? Details

This printing of Kozilek, Butcher of Truth is from 2X2 (2X2), with collector number 2.

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Kozilek, Butcher of Truth's rarity? Details

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth is a mythic card in 2X2.

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

Who illustrated Kozilek, Butcher of Truth? Details

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth was illustrated by Michael Komarck.

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

What is Kozilek, Butcher of Truth's power and toughness? Details

Kozilek, Butcher of Truth is a 12/12 creature.

Power (12) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (12) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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