Quick Answer

Kozilek's Translator is a common Creature — Eldrazi Drone from OGW (OGW) costing {4}{B}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Kozilek's Translator MTG card

Kozilek's Translator

Creature — Eldrazi Drone

Card Text

Devoid (This card has no color.) Pay 1 life: Add {C}. Activate only once each turn. ({C} represents colorless mana.)

From nothingness, sustenance.

Card Stats

3/5 common CMC: 5.0 OGW OGW 🎨 Izzy
Devoid

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.05
Normal
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TCGPlayer
$0.43
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.08
Normal
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Cardmarket
€0.24
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-08

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kozilek's Translator? Basics

Kozilek's Translator is a Creature — Eldrazi Drone card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Devoid (This card has no color.) Pay 1 life: Add {C}. Activate only once each turn. ({C} represents colorless mana.)"

How much mana does Kozilek's Translator cost to cast? Basics

Kozilek's Translator has a mana cost of {4}{B}, which equals 5.0 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's Translator's mana cost of {4}{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.

Kozilek's Translator 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.

Kozilek's Translator's current oracle text is: "Devoid (This card has no color.) Pay 1 life: Add {C}. Activate only once each turn. ({C} represents colorless mana.)"

What is the current price of Kozilek's Translator? Pricing

The current market price for Kozilek's Translator is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.43 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.08 EUR.

Where can I buy Kozilek's Translator? Pricing

You can purchase Kozilek's Translator 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's Translator normal: $0.05 | foil: $0.43

Is Kozilek's Translator legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Kozilek's Translator in Standard is not available.

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

Is Kozilek's Translator legal in Modern? Legality

Kozilek's Translator is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Kozilek's Translator legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Kozilek's Translator 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's Translator legal in Pioneer? Legality

Kozilek's Translator is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Kozilek's Translator legal in Legacy? Legality

Kozilek's Translator is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Kozilek's Translator legal in Vintage? Legality

Kozilek's Translator 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's Translator legal in Pauper? Legality

Kozilek's Translator is Legal in Pauper format.

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's Translator from? Details

This printing of Kozilek's Translator is from OGW (OGW), with collector number 74.

Kozilek's Translator may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Kozilek's Translator's rarity? Details

Kozilek's Translator is a common card in OGW.

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

Who illustrated Kozilek's Translator? Details

Kozilek's Translator was illustrated by Izzy.

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's Translator's power and toughness? Details

Kozilek's Translator is a 3/5 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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