Quick Answer

Phantasmal Image is a rare Creature — Illusion from AFC (AFC) costing {1}{U}. Current price: $3.56 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Phantasmal Image MTG card

Phantasmal Image

Creature — Illusion

Card Text

You may have this creature enter as a copy of any creature on the battlefield, except it's an Illusion in addition to its other types and it has "When this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability, sacrifice it."

Card Stats

0/0 rare CMC: 2.0 AFC AFC 🎨 Nils Hamm

Market Prices

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$3.56
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$4.49
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€3.41
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€3.50
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Phantasmal Image? Basics

Phantasmal Image is a Creature — Illusion card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "You may have this creature enter as a copy of any creature on the battlefield, except it's an Illusion in addition to its other types and it has "When this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability, sacrifice it.""

How much mana does Phantasmal Image cost to cast? Basics

Phantasmal Image has a mana cost of {1}{U}, which equals 2.0 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.

Phantasmal Image's mana cost of {1}{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.

Phantasmal Image has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Phantasmal Image's current oracle text is: "You may have this creature enter as a copy of any creature on the battlefield, except it's an Illusion in addition to its other types and it has "When this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability, sacrifice it.""

What is the current price of Phantasmal Image? Pricing

The current market price for Phantasmal Image is approximately $3.56 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €3.41 EUR.

Where can I buy Phantasmal Image? Pricing

You can purchase Phantasmal Image 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 Phantasmal Image legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Phantasmal Image in Standard is not available.

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

Is Phantasmal Image legal in Modern? Legality

Phantasmal Image is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Phantasmal Image legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Phantasmal Image 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 Phantasmal Image legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Phantasmal Image in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Phantasmal Image legal in Legacy? Legality

Phantasmal Image is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Phantasmal Image legal in Vintage? Legality

Phantasmal Image 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 Phantasmal Image legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Phantasmal Image 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 Phantasmal Image from? Details

This printing of Phantasmal Image is from AFC (AFC), with collector number 89.

Phantasmal Image may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Phantasmal Image's rarity? Details

Phantasmal Image is a rare card in AFC.

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

Who illustrated Phantasmal Image? Details

Phantasmal Image was illustrated by Nils Hamm.

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

What is Phantasmal Image's power and toughness? Details

Phantasmal Image is a 0/0 creature.

Power (0) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (0) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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