Quick Answer

Malevolent Whispers is a uncommon Sorcery from C19 (C19) costing {3}{R}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Malevolent Whispers MTG card

Malevolent Whispers

Sorcery

Card Text

Gain control of target creature until end of turn. Untap that creature. It gets +2/+0 and gains haste until end of turn. Madness {3}{R} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 4.0 C19 C19 🎨 Greg Staples
Madness

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Malevolent Whispers? Basics

Malevolent Whispers is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Gain control of target creature until end of turn. Untap that creature. It gets +2/+0 and gains haste until end of turn. Madness {3}{R} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)"

How much mana does Malevolent Whispers cost to cast? Basics

Malevolent Whispers has a mana cost of {3}{R}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R 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.

Malevolent Whispers's mana cost of {3}{R} 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.

Malevolent Whispers has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Malevolent Whispers's current oracle text is: "Gain control of target creature until end of turn. Untap that creature. It gets +2/+0 and gains haste until end of turn. Madness {3}{R} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)"

What is the current price of Malevolent Whispers? Pricing

The current market price for Malevolent Whispers is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.1 EUR.

Where can I buy Malevolent Whispers? Pricing

You can purchase Malevolent Whispers 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 Malevolent Whispers legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Malevolent Whispers in Standard is not available.

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

Is Malevolent Whispers legal in Modern? Legality

Malevolent Whispers is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Malevolent Whispers legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Malevolent Whispers 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 Malevolent Whispers legal in Pioneer? Legality

Malevolent Whispers is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Malevolent Whispers legal in Legacy? Legality

Malevolent Whispers is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Malevolent Whispers legal in Vintage? Legality

Malevolent Whispers 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 Malevolent Whispers legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Malevolent Whispers 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 Malevolent Whispers from? Details

This printing of Malevolent Whispers is from C19 (C19), with collector number 150.

Malevolent Whispers may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Malevolent Whispers's rarity? Details

Malevolent Whispers is a uncommon card in C19.

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

Who illustrated Malevolent Whispers? Details

Malevolent Whispers was illustrated by Greg Staples.

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

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