Quick Answer

Putrefy is a uncommon Instant from BLC (BLC) costing {1}{B}{G}. Current price: $0.15 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Putrefy MTG card

Putrefy

Instant

Card Text

Destroy target artifact or creature. It can't be regenerated.

"We are all decaying, always in a state of near-death. One moment without breath and we begin to break down." —Cevraya, Golgari shaman

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 3.0 BLC BLC 🎨 Igor Kieryluk

Market Prices

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$0.15
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$0.35
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€0.20
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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
Pioneer Legal
Predh Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (21 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Putrefy? Basics

Putrefy is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Destroy target artifact or creature. It can't be regenerated."

How much mana does Putrefy cost to cast? Basics

Putrefy has a mana cost of {1}{B}{G}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, G 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.

Putrefy's mana cost of {1}{B}{G} 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.

Putrefy has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Putrefy's current oracle text is: "Destroy target artifact or creature. It can't be regenerated."

What is the current price of Putrefy? Pricing

The current market price for Putrefy is approximately $0.15 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.2 EUR.

Where can I buy Putrefy? Pricing

You can purchase Putrefy 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 Putrefy legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Putrefy in Standard is not available.

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

Is Putrefy legal in Modern? Legality

Putrefy is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Putrefy legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Putrefy 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 Putrefy legal in Pioneer? Legality

Putrefy is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Putrefy legal in Legacy? Legality

Putrefy is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Putrefy legal in Vintage? Legality

Putrefy 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 Putrefy legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Putrefy 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 Putrefy from? Details

This printing of Putrefy is from BLC (BLC), with collector number 257.

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

What is Putrefy's rarity? Details

Putrefy is a uncommon card in BLC.

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

Who illustrated Putrefy? Details

Putrefy was illustrated by Igor Kieryluk.

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

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