Quick Answer

Nantuko Slicer is a rare Creature — Insect from YDMU (YDMU) costing {2}{G}{G}.

Nantuko Slicer MTG card

Nantuko Slicer

Creature — Insect

Card Text

Kicker {B} When Nantuko Slicer enters, return target card from your graveyard to your hand. If this spell was kicked, conjure a duplicate of target card in an opponent's graveyard into your hand. It perpetually gains "You may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast this spell."

Card Stats

3/2 rare CMC: 4.0 YDMU YDMU 🎨 Simon Dominic
Conjure Kicker

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nantuko Slicer? Basics

Nantuko Slicer is a Creature — Insect card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Kicker {B} When Nantuko Slicer enters, return target card from your graveyard to your hand. If this spell was kicked, conjure a duplicate of target card in an opponent's graveyard into your hand. It perpetually gains "You may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast this spell.""

How much mana does Nantuko Slicer cost to cast? Basics

Nantuko Slicer has a mana cost of {2}{G}{G}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Nantuko Slicer's mana cost of {2}{G}{G} 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.

Nantuko Slicer 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.

Nantuko Slicer's current oracle text is: "Kicker {B} When Nantuko Slicer enters, return target card from your graveyard to your hand. If this spell was kicked, conjure a duplicate of target card in an opponent's graveyard into your hand. It perpetually gains "You may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast this spell.""

What is the current price of Nantuko Slicer? Pricing

Price data for Nantuko Slicer is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Nantuko Slicer? Pricing

You can purchase Nantuko Slicer 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 Nantuko Slicer legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Nantuko Slicer in Standard is not available.

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

Is Nantuko Slicer legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Nantuko Slicer in Modern is not available.

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

Is Nantuko Slicer legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Nantuko Slicer in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Nantuko Slicer legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Nantuko Slicer in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Nantuko Slicer legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Nantuko Slicer in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Nantuko Slicer legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Nantuko Slicer in Vintage is not available.

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 Nantuko Slicer legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Nantuko Slicer 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 Nantuko Slicer from? Details

This printing of Nantuko Slicer is from YDMU (YDMU), with collector number 17.

Nantuko Slicer may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Nantuko Slicer's rarity? Details

Nantuko Slicer is a rare card in YDMU.

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

Who illustrated Nantuko Slicer? Details

Nantuko Slicer was illustrated by Simon Dominic.

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

What is Nantuko Slicer's power and toughness? Details

Nantuko Slicer is a 3/2 creature.

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

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