Quick Answer

Putrid Imp is a common Creature — Zombie Imp from PD3 (PD3) costing {B}. Legal in Commander.

Putrid Imp MTG card

Putrid Imp

Creature — Zombie Imp

Card Text

Discard a card: This creature gains flying until end of turn. Threshold — As long as seven or more cards are in your graveyard, this creature gets +1/+1 and can't block.

Card Stats

1/1 common CMC: 1.0 PD3 PD3 🎨 Wayne England
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Putrid Imp? Basics

Putrid Imp is a Creature — Zombie Imp card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Discard a card: This creature gains flying until end of turn. Threshold — As long as seven or more cards are in your graveyard, this creature gets +1/+1 and can't block."

How much mana does Putrid Imp cost to cast? Basics

Putrid Imp has a mana cost of {B}, which equals 1.0 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.

Putrid Imp's mana cost of {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.

Putrid Imp has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Putrid Imp's current oracle text is: "Discard a card: This creature gains flying until end of turn. Threshold — As long as seven or more cards are in your graveyard, this creature gets +1/+1 and can't block."

What is the current price of Putrid Imp? Pricing

Price data for Putrid Imp is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Putrid Imp? Pricing

You can purchase Putrid Imp 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 Putrid Imp legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Putrid Imp in Standard is not available.

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

Is Putrid Imp legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Putrid Imp in Modern is not available.

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

Is Putrid Imp legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Putrid Imp 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 Putrid Imp legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Putrid Imp in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Putrid Imp legal in Legacy? Legality

Putrid Imp is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Putrid Imp legal in Vintage? Legality

Putrid Imp 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 Putrid Imp legal in Pauper? Legality

Putrid Imp 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 Putrid Imp from? Details

This printing of Putrid Imp is from PD3 (PD3), with collector number 1.

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

What is Putrid Imp's rarity? Details

Putrid Imp is a common card in PD3.

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

Who illustrated Putrid Imp? Details

Putrid Imp was illustrated by Wayne England.

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

What is Putrid Imp's power and toughness? Details

Putrid Imp is a 1/1 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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