Quick Answer

Rishadan Dockhand is a rare Creature — Merfolk from MH2 (MH2) costing {U}. Current price: $0.09 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Rishadan Dockhand MTG card

Rishadan Dockhand

Creature — Merfolk

Card Text

Islandwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls an Island.) {1}, {T}: Tap target land.

It's not hard to find work in Rishada, so long as you've got a strong back and don't ask too many questions.

Card Stats

1/2 rare CMC: 1.0 MH2 MH2 🎨 Manuel Castañón
Islandwalk Landwalk

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.09
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TCGPlayer
$0.46
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.12
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Cardmarket
€0.36
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rishadan Dockhand? Basics

Rishadan Dockhand is a Creature — Merfolk card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Islandwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls an Island.) {1}, {T}: Tap target land."

How much mana does Rishadan Dockhand cost to cast? Basics

Rishadan Dockhand has a mana cost of {U}, which equals 1.0 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.

Rishadan Dockhand's mana cost of {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.

Rishadan Dockhand 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.

Rishadan Dockhand's current oracle text is: "Islandwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls an Island.) {1}, {T}: Tap target land."

What is the current price of Rishadan Dockhand? Pricing

The current market price for Rishadan Dockhand is approximately $0.09 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.46 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.12 EUR.

Where can I buy Rishadan Dockhand? Pricing

You can purchase Rishadan Dockhand 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.

Rishadan Dockhand normal: $0.09 | foil: $0.46

Is Rishadan Dockhand legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Rishadan Dockhand in Standard is not available.

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

Is Rishadan Dockhand legal in Modern? Legality

Rishadan Dockhand is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Rishadan Dockhand legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Rishadan Dockhand 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 Rishadan Dockhand legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Rishadan Dockhand in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Rishadan Dockhand legal in Legacy? Legality

Rishadan Dockhand is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Rishadan Dockhand legal in Vintage? Legality

Rishadan Dockhand 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 Rishadan Dockhand legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Rishadan Dockhand 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 Rishadan Dockhand from? Details

This printing of Rishadan Dockhand is from MH2 (MH2), with collector number 59.

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

What is Rishadan Dockhand's rarity? Details

Rishadan Dockhand is a rare card in MH2.

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

Who illustrated Rishadan Dockhand? Details

Rishadan Dockhand was illustrated by Manuel Castañón.

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

What is Rishadan Dockhand's power and toughness? Details

Rishadan Dockhand is a 1/2 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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