Quick Answer

Nearheath Stalker is a common Creature — Vampire Rogue from DKA (DKA) costing {4}{R}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Nearheath Stalker MTG card

Nearheath Stalker

Creature — Vampire Rogue

Card Text

Undying (When this creature dies, if it had no +1/+1 counters on it, return it to the battlefield under its owner's control with a +1/+1 counter on it.)

"Do not speak of this to the elders. They look unfavorably upon my indulgences."

Card Stats

4/1 common CMC: 5.0 DKA DKA 🎨 Michael C. Hayes
Undying

Market Prices

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$0.05
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$0.30
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.04
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€0.26
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nearheath Stalker? Basics

Nearheath Stalker is a Creature — Vampire Rogue card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Undying (When this creature dies, if it had no +1/+1 counters on it, return it to the battlefield under its owner's control with a +1/+1 counter on it.)"

How much mana does Nearheath Stalker cost to cast? Basics

Nearheath Stalker 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.

Nearheath Stalker'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.

Nearheath Stalker 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.

Nearheath Stalker's current oracle text is: "Undying (When this creature dies, if it had no +1/+1 counters on it, return it to the battlefield under its owner's control with a +1/+1 counter on it.)"

What is the current price of Nearheath Stalker? Pricing

The current market price for Nearheath Stalker is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.3 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.04 EUR.

Where can I buy Nearheath Stalker? Pricing

You can purchase Nearheath Stalker 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.

Nearheath Stalker normal: $0.05 | foil: $0.3

Is Nearheath Stalker legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Nearheath Stalker in Standard is not available.

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

Is Nearheath Stalker legal in Modern? Legality

Nearheath Stalker is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Nearheath Stalker legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Nearheath Stalker 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 Nearheath Stalker legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Nearheath Stalker in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Nearheath Stalker legal in Legacy? Legality

Nearheath Stalker is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Nearheath Stalker legal in Vintage? Legality

Nearheath Stalker 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 Nearheath Stalker legal in Pauper? Legality

Nearheath Stalker 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 Nearheath Stalker from? Details

This printing of Nearheath Stalker is from DKA (DKA), with collector number 100.

Nearheath Stalker may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Nearheath Stalker's rarity? Details

Nearheath Stalker is a common card in DKA.

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

Who illustrated Nearheath Stalker? Details

Nearheath Stalker was illustrated by Michael C. Hayes.

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

What is Nearheath Stalker's power and toughness? Details

Nearheath Stalker is a 4/1 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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