Quick Answer

Merfolk Seastalkers is a uncommon Creature — Merfolk Scout from PLST (PLST) costing {3}{U}. Current price: $0.1 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Merfolk Seastalkers MTG card

Merfolk Seastalkers

Creature — Merfolk Scout

Card Text

Islandwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls an Island.) {2}{U}: Tap target creature without flying.

"Do they seek knowledge or wealth? Are they bandits or benefactors? It depends on who is chanting the tale." —Nikou, Joraga bard

Card Stats

2/3 uncommon CMC: 4.0 PLST PLST 🎨 Eric Deschamps
Islandwalk Landwalk

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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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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Merfolk Seastalkers? Basics

Merfolk Seastalkers is a Creature — Merfolk Scout card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Islandwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls an Island.) {2}{U}: Tap target creature without flying."

How much mana does Merfolk Seastalkers cost to cast? Basics

Merfolk Seastalkers has a mana cost of {3}{U}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Merfolk Seastalkers's mana cost of {3}{U} 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.

Merfolk Seastalkers 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.

Merfolk Seastalkers's current oracle text is: "Islandwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls an Island.) {2}{U}: Tap target creature without flying."

What is the current price of Merfolk Seastalkers? Pricing

The current market price for Merfolk Seastalkers is approximately $0.1 USD on TCGPlayer.

Where can I buy Merfolk Seastalkers? Pricing

You can purchase Merfolk Seastalkers 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 Merfolk Seastalkers legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Merfolk Seastalkers in Standard is not available.

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

Is Merfolk Seastalkers legal in Modern? Legality

Merfolk Seastalkers is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Merfolk Seastalkers legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Merfolk Seastalkers 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 Merfolk Seastalkers legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Merfolk Seastalkers in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Merfolk Seastalkers legal in Legacy? Legality

Merfolk Seastalkers is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Merfolk Seastalkers legal in Vintage? Legality

Merfolk Seastalkers 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 Merfolk Seastalkers legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Merfolk Seastalkers 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 Merfolk Seastalkers from? Details

This printing of Merfolk Seastalkers is from PLST (PLST), with collector number ZEN-55.

Merfolk Seastalkers may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Merfolk Seastalkers's rarity? Details

Merfolk Seastalkers is a uncommon card in PLST.

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

Who illustrated Merfolk Seastalkers? Details

Merfolk Seastalkers was illustrated by Eric Deschamps.

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

What is Merfolk Seastalkers's power and toughness? Details

Merfolk Seastalkers is a 2/3 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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