Quick Answer

Mindclaw Shaman is a uncommon Creature — Lizard Shaman from M13 (M13) costing {4}{R}. Current price: $0.22 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Mindclaw Shaman MTG card

Mindclaw Shaman

Creature — Lizard Shaman

Card Text

When this creature enters, target opponent reveals their hand. You may cast an instant or sorcery spell from among those cards without paying its mana cost.

Nicol Bolas gives power to those who will abuse it most.

Card Stats

2/2 uncommon CMC: 5.0 M13 M13 🎨 Slawomir Maniak

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.22
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TCGPlayer
$3.34
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$1.99
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Cardmarket
€0.31
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Cardmarket
€2.00
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mindclaw Shaman? Basics

Mindclaw Shaman is a Creature — Lizard Shaman card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, target opponent reveals their hand. You may cast an instant or sorcery spell from among those cards without paying its mana cost."

How much mana does Mindclaw Shaman cost to cast? Basics

Mindclaw Shaman has a mana cost of {4}{R}, which equals 5.0 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.

Mindclaw Shaman's mana cost of {4}{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.

Mindclaw Shaman 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.

Mindclaw Shaman's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, target opponent reveals their hand. You may cast an instant or sorcery spell from among those cards without paying its mana cost."

What is the current price of Mindclaw Shaman? Pricing

The current market price for Mindclaw Shaman is approximately $0.22 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $3.34 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.31 EUR.

Where can I buy Mindclaw Shaman? Pricing

You can purchase Mindclaw Shaman 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.

Mindclaw Shaman normal: $0.22 | foil: $3.34

Is Mindclaw Shaman legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Mindclaw Shaman in Standard is not available.

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

Is Mindclaw Shaman legal in Modern? Legality

Mindclaw Shaman is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Mindclaw Shaman legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Mindclaw Shaman 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 Mindclaw Shaman legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Mindclaw Shaman in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Mindclaw Shaman legal in Legacy? Legality

Mindclaw Shaman is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Mindclaw Shaman legal in Vintage? Legality

Mindclaw Shaman 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 Mindclaw Shaman legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Mindclaw Shaman 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 Mindclaw Shaman from? Details

This printing of Mindclaw Shaman is from M13 (M13), with collector number 142.

Mindclaw Shaman may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Mindclaw Shaman's rarity? Details

Mindclaw Shaman is a uncommon card in M13.

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

Who illustrated Mindclaw Shaman? Details

Mindclaw Shaman was illustrated by Slawomir Maniak.

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

What is Mindclaw Shaman's power and toughness? Details

Mindclaw Shaman is a 2/2 creature.

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

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