Quick Answer

Phyrexian Vivisector is a common Creature — Phyrexian Human from DMU (DMU) costing {1}{B}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Phyrexian Vivisector MTG card

Phyrexian Vivisector

Creature — Phyrexian Human

Card Text

Whenever a creature you control dies, scry 1. (Look at the top card of your library. You may put that card on the bottom.)

Before he was the Father of Machines, Yawgmoth was a twisted Thran physician, and his legacy of medical atrocities lives on in New Phyrexia.

Card Stats

2/2 common CMC: 2.0 DMU DMU 🎨 Irina Nordsol
Scry

Market Prices

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$0.05
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$0.17
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.13
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€0.25
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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
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Phyrexian Vivisector? Basics

Phyrexian Vivisector is a Creature — Phyrexian Human card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever a creature you control dies, scry 1. (Look at the top card of your library. You may put that card on the bottom.)"

How much mana does Phyrexian Vivisector cost to cast? Basics

Phyrexian Vivisector has a mana cost of {1}{B}, which equals 2.0 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 Vivisector's mana cost of {1}{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 Vivisector 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.

Phyrexian Vivisector's current oracle text is: "Whenever a creature you control dies, scry 1. (Look at the top card of your library. You may put that card on the bottom.)"

What is the current price of Phyrexian Vivisector? Pricing

The current market price for Phyrexian Vivisector is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.17 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.13 EUR.

Where can I buy Phyrexian Vivisector? Pricing

You can purchase Phyrexian Vivisector 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 Vivisector normal: $0.05 | foil: $0.17

Is Phyrexian Vivisector legal in Standard? Legality

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

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

Is Phyrexian Vivisector legal in Modern? Legality

Phyrexian Vivisector is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Phyrexian Vivisector legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Phyrexian Vivisector 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 Vivisector legal in Pioneer? Legality

Phyrexian Vivisector is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Phyrexian Vivisector legal in Legacy? Legality

Phyrexian Vivisector is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Phyrexian Vivisector legal in Vintage? Legality

Phyrexian Vivisector 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 Vivisector legal in Pauper? Legality

Phyrexian Vivisector 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 Phyrexian Vivisector from? Details

This printing of Phyrexian Vivisector is from DMU (DMU), with collector number 100.

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

What is Phyrexian Vivisector's rarity? Details

Phyrexian Vivisector is a common card in DMU.

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

Who illustrated Phyrexian Vivisector? Details

Phyrexian Vivisector was illustrated by Irina Nordsol.

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 Vivisector's power and toughness? Details

Phyrexian Vivisector is a 2/2 creature.

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

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