Quick Answer

Netherborn Phalanx is a uncommon Creature — Horror from GK1 (GK1) costing {5}{B}. Current price: $0.33 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Netherborn Phalanx MTG card

Netherborn Phalanx

Creature — Horror

Card Text

When this creature enters, each opponent loses 1 life for each creature they control. Transmute {1}{B}{B} ({1}{B}{B}, Discard this card: Search your library for a card with the same mana value as this card, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle. Transmute only as a sorcery.)

Card Stats

2/4 uncommon CMC: 6.0 GK1 GK1 🎨 Christopher Rush
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Market Prices

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$0.33
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$0.69
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€0.25
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€0.12
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Prices updated: 2025-12-08

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Netherborn Phalanx? Basics

Netherborn Phalanx is a Creature — Horror card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, each opponent loses 1 life for each creature they control. Transmute {1}{B}{B} ({1}{B}{B}, Discard this card: Search your library for a card with the same mana value as this card, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle. Transmute only as a sorcery.)"

How much mana does Netherborn Phalanx cost to cast? Basics

Netherborn Phalanx has a mana cost of {5}{B}, which equals 6.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Netherborn Phalanx's mana cost of {5}{B} 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.

Netherborn Phalanx has a mana value of 6.0. 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.

Netherborn Phalanx's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, each opponent loses 1 life for each creature they control. Transmute {1}{B}{B} ({1}{B}{B}, Discard this card: Search your library for a card with the same mana value as this card, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle. Transmute only as a sorcery.)"

What is the current price of Netherborn Phalanx? Pricing

The current market price for Netherborn Phalanx is approximately $0.33 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.25 EUR.

Where can I buy Netherborn Phalanx? Pricing

You can purchase Netherborn Phalanx 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 Netherborn Phalanx legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Netherborn Phalanx in Standard is not available.

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

Is Netherborn Phalanx legal in Modern? Legality

Netherborn Phalanx is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Netherborn Phalanx legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Netherborn Phalanx 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 Netherborn Phalanx legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Netherborn Phalanx in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Netherborn Phalanx legal in Legacy? Legality

Netherborn Phalanx is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Netherborn Phalanx legal in Vintage? Legality

Netherborn Phalanx 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 Netherborn Phalanx legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Netherborn Phalanx 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 Netherborn Phalanx from? Details

This printing of Netherborn Phalanx is from GK1 (GK1), with collector number 6.

Netherborn Phalanx may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Netherborn Phalanx's rarity? Details

Netherborn Phalanx is a uncommon card in GK1.

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

Who illustrated Netherborn Phalanx? Details

Netherborn Phalanx was illustrated by Christopher Rush.

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

What is Netherborn Phalanx's power and toughness? Details

Netherborn Phalanx is a 2/4 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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