Quick Answer

Servant of the Stinger is a uncommon Creature — Human Warlock from OTJ (OTJ) costing {1}{B}. Current price: $0.11 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Servant of the Stinger MTG card

Servant of the Stinger

Creature — Human Warlock

Card Text

Deathtouch Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, if you've committed a crime this turn, you may sacrifice this creature. If you do, search your library for a card, put it into your hand, then shuffle. (Targeting opponents, anything they control, and/or cards in their graveyards is a crime.)

Card Stats

1/3 uncommon CMC: 2.0 OTJ OTJ 🎨 Steven Russell Black
Deathtouch

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Servant of the Stinger? Basics

Servant of the Stinger is a Creature — Human Warlock card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Deathtouch Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, if you've committed a crime this turn, you may sacrifice this creature. If you do, search your library for a card, put it into your hand, then shuffle. (Targeting opponents, anything they control, and/or cards in their graveyards is a crime.)"

How much mana does Servant of the Stinger cost to cast? Basics

Servant of the Stinger 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.

Servant of the Stinger'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.

Servant of the Stinger 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.

Servant of the Stinger's current oracle text is: "Deathtouch Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, if you've committed a crime this turn, you may sacrifice this creature. If you do, search your library for a card, put it into your hand, then shuffle. (Targeting opponents, anything they control, and/or cards in their graveyards is a crime.)"

What is the current price of Servant of the Stinger? Pricing

The current market price for Servant of the Stinger is approximately $0.11 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.11 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.11 EUR.

Where can I buy Servant of the Stinger? Pricing

You can purchase Servant of the Stinger 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.

Servant of the Stinger normal: $0.11 | foil: $0.11

Is Servant of the Stinger legal in Standard? Legality

Servant of the Stinger is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Servant of the Stinger legal in Modern? Legality

Servant of the Stinger is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Servant of the Stinger legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Servant of the Stinger 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 Servant of the Stinger legal in Pioneer? Legality

Servant of the Stinger is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Servant of the Stinger legal in Legacy? Legality

Servant of the Stinger is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Servant of the Stinger legal in Vintage? Legality

Servant of the Stinger 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 Servant of the Stinger legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Servant of the Stinger 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 Servant of the Stinger from? Details

This printing of Servant of the Stinger is from OTJ (OTJ), with collector number 105.

Servant of the Stinger may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Servant of the Stinger's rarity? Details

Servant of the Stinger is a uncommon card in OTJ.

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

Who illustrated Servant of the Stinger? Details

Servant of the Stinger was illustrated by Steven Russell Black.

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

What is Servant of the Stinger's power and toughness? Details

Servant of the Stinger is a 1/3 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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