Quick Answer

Phyrexian Scuta is a uncommon Creature — Phyrexian Zombie from DMR (DMR) costing {3}{B}. Current price: $0.08 USD. Legal in Commander.

Phyrexian Scuta MTG card

Phyrexian Scuta

Creature — Phyrexian Zombie

Card Text

Kicker—Pay 3 life. (You may pay 3 life in addition to any other costs as you cast this spell.) If this creature was kicked, it enters with two +1/+1 counters on it.

Card Stats

3/3 uncommon CMC: 4.0 DMR DMR 🎨 Scott M. Fischer
Kicker

Market Prices

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$0.08
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TCGPlayer
$0.06
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.05
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€0.10
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Phyrexian Scuta? Basics

Phyrexian Scuta is a Creature — Phyrexian Zombie card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Kicker—Pay 3 life. (You may pay 3 life in addition to any other costs as you cast this spell.) If this creature was kicked, it enters with two +1/+1 counters on it."

How much mana does Phyrexian Scuta cost to cast? Basics

Phyrexian Scuta has a mana cost of {3}{B}, which equals 4.0 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.

Phyrexian Scuta's mana cost of {3}{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.

Phyrexian Scuta 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.

Phyrexian Scuta's current oracle text is: "Kicker—Pay 3 life. (You may pay 3 life in addition to any other costs as you cast this spell.) If this creature was kicked, it enters with two +1/+1 counters on it."

What is the current price of Phyrexian Scuta? Pricing

The current market price for Phyrexian Scuta is approximately $0.08 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.06 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.05 EUR.

Where can I buy Phyrexian Scuta? Pricing

You can purchase Phyrexian Scuta 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.

Phyrexian Scuta normal: $0.08 | foil: $0.06

Is Phyrexian Scuta legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Phyrexian Scuta in Standard is not available.

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

Is Phyrexian Scuta legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Phyrexian Scuta in Modern is not available.

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

Is Phyrexian Scuta legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Phyrexian Scuta 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 Phyrexian Scuta legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Phyrexian Scuta in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Phyrexian Scuta legal in Legacy? Legality

Phyrexian Scuta is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Phyrexian Scuta legal in Vintage? Legality

Phyrexian Scuta 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 Phyrexian Scuta legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Phyrexian Scuta 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 Phyrexian Scuta from? Details

This printing of Phyrexian Scuta is from DMR (DMR), with collector number 100.

Phyrexian Scuta may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Phyrexian Scuta's rarity? Details

Phyrexian Scuta is a uncommon card in DMR.

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

Who illustrated Phyrexian Scuta? Details

Phyrexian Scuta was illustrated by Scott M. Fischer.

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

What is Phyrexian Scuta's power and toughness? Details

Phyrexian Scuta is a 3/3 creature.

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

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