Quick Answer

Shadow Sliver is a rare Creature — Sliver from SLD (SLD) costing {2}{U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Shadow Sliver MTG card

Shadow Sliver

Creature — Sliver

Card Text

All Sliver creatures have shadow. (They can block or be blocked by only creatures with shadow.)

These slivers, trapped between worlds since the Rathi overlay, are among the last to claim direct lineage from the lost Sliver Queen.

Card Stats

1/1 rare CMC: 3.0 SLD SLD 🎨 Warren Mahy

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$3.76
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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 (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shadow Sliver? Basics

Shadow Sliver is a Creature — Sliver card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "All Sliver creatures have shadow. (They can block or be blocked by only creatures with shadow.)"

How much mana does Shadow Sliver cost to cast? Basics

Shadow Sliver has a mana cost of {2}{U}, which equals 3.0 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.

Shadow Sliver's mana cost of {2}{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.

Shadow Sliver 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.

Shadow Sliver's current oracle text is: "All Sliver creatures have shadow. (They can block or be blocked by only creatures with shadow.)"

What is the current price of Shadow Sliver? Pricing

Price data for Shadow Sliver is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Shadow Sliver? Pricing

You can purchase Shadow Sliver 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 Shadow Sliver legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Shadow Sliver in Standard is not available.

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

Is Shadow Sliver legal in Modern? Legality

Shadow Sliver is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Shadow Sliver legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Shadow Sliver 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 Shadow Sliver legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Shadow Sliver in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Shadow Sliver legal in Legacy? Legality

Shadow Sliver is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Shadow Sliver legal in Vintage? Legality

Shadow Sliver 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 Shadow Sliver legal in Pauper? Legality

Shadow Sliver 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 Shadow Sliver from? Details

This printing of Shadow Sliver is from SLD (SLD), with collector number 624.

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

What is Shadow Sliver's rarity? Details

Shadow Sliver is a rare card in SLD.

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

Who illustrated Shadow Sliver? Details

Shadow Sliver was illustrated by Warren Mahy.

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

What is Shadow Sliver's power and toughness? Details

Shadow Sliver 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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