Quick Answer

Selesnya Evangel is a common Creature — Elf Shaman from CMD (CMD) costing {G}{W}. Current price: $0.11 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Selesnya Evangel MTG card

Selesnya Evangel

Creature — Elf Shaman

Card Text

{1}, {T}, Tap an untapped creature you control: Create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token.

"The clamor of the city drowns all voices. But together we can sing a harmony that will resonate from Ravnica's tallest spires to her deepest wells."

Card Stats

1/2 common CMC: 2.0 CMD CMD 🎨 Rob Alexander

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.11
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Card Kingdom
$0.39
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Cardmarket
€0.09
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Cardmarket
€0.06
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (7 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Selesnya Evangel? Basics

Selesnya Evangel is a Creature — Elf Shaman card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{1}, {T}, Tap an untapped creature you control: Create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token."

How much mana does Selesnya Evangel cost to cast? Basics

Selesnya Evangel has a mana cost of {G}{W}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G, W 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.

Selesnya Evangel's mana cost of {G}{W} 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.

Selesnya Evangel 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.

Selesnya Evangel's current oracle text is: "{1}, {T}, Tap an untapped creature you control: Create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token."

What is the current price of Selesnya Evangel? Pricing

The current market price for Selesnya Evangel is approximately $0.11 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.09 EUR.

Where can I buy Selesnya Evangel? Pricing

You can purchase Selesnya Evangel 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 Selesnya Evangel legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Selesnya Evangel in Standard is not available.

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

Is Selesnya Evangel legal in Modern? Legality

Selesnya Evangel is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Selesnya Evangel legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Selesnya Evangel 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 Selesnya Evangel legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Selesnya Evangel in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Selesnya Evangel legal in Legacy? Legality

Selesnya Evangel is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Selesnya Evangel legal in Vintage? Legality

Selesnya Evangel 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 Selesnya Evangel legal in Pauper? Legality

Selesnya Evangel 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 Selesnya Evangel from? Details

This printing of Selesnya Evangel is from CMD (CMD), with collector number 223.

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

What is Selesnya Evangel's rarity? Details

Selesnya Evangel is a common card in CMD.

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

Who illustrated Selesnya Evangel? Details

Selesnya Evangel was illustrated by Rob Alexander.

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

What is Selesnya Evangel's power and toughness? Details

Selesnya Evangel 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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