Quick Answer

Shriekmaw is a uncommon Creature — Elemental from AFC (AFC) costing {4}{B}. Current price: $0.15 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Shriekmaw MTG card

Shriekmaw

Creature — Elemental

Card Text

Fear (This creature can't be blocked except by artifact creatures and/or black creatures.) When this creature enters, destroy target nonartifact, nonblack creature. Evoke {1}{B} (You may cast this spell for its evoke cost. If you do, it's sacrificed when it enters.)

Card Stats

3/2 uncommon CMC: 5.0 AFC AFC 🎨 Steve Prescott
Evoke Fear

Market Prices

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$0.15
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€0.23
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (16 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shriekmaw? Basics

Shriekmaw is a Creature — Elemental card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Fear (This creature can't be blocked except by artifact creatures and/or black creatures.) When this creature enters, destroy target nonartifact, nonblack creature. Evoke {1}{B} (You may cast this spell for its evoke cost. If you do, it's sacrificed when it enters.)"

How much mana does Shriekmaw cost to cast? Basics

Shriekmaw has a mana cost of {4}{B}, which equals 5.0 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.

Shriekmaw's mana cost of {4}{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.

Shriekmaw has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Shriekmaw's current oracle text is: "Fear (This creature can't be blocked except by artifact creatures and/or black creatures.) When this creature enters, destroy target nonartifact, nonblack creature. Evoke {1}{B} (You may cast this spell for its evoke cost. If you do, it's sacrificed when it enters.)"

What is the current price of Shriekmaw? Pricing

The current market price for Shriekmaw is approximately $0.15 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.23 EUR.

Where can I buy Shriekmaw? Pricing

You can purchase Shriekmaw 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 Shriekmaw legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Shriekmaw in Standard is not available.

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

Is Shriekmaw legal in Modern? Legality

Shriekmaw is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Shriekmaw legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Shriekmaw 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 Shriekmaw legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Shriekmaw in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Shriekmaw legal in Legacy? Legality

Shriekmaw is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Shriekmaw legal in Vintage? Legality

Shriekmaw 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 Shriekmaw legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Shriekmaw 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 Shriekmaw from? Details

This printing of Shriekmaw is from AFC (AFC), with collector number 110.

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

What is Shriekmaw's rarity? Details

Shriekmaw is a uncommon card in AFC.

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

Who illustrated Shriekmaw? Details

Shriekmaw was illustrated by Steve Prescott.

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

What is Shriekmaw's power and toughness? Details

Shriekmaw is a 3/2 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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