Quick Answer

Slipstream Serpent is a common Creature — Serpent from TSP (TSP) costing {7}{U}. Current price: $0.2 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Slipstream Serpent MTG card

Slipstream Serpent

Creature — Serpent

Card Text

This creature can't attack unless defending player controls an Island. When you control no Islands, sacrifice this creature. Morph {5}{U} (You may cast this card face down as a 2/2 creature for {3}. Turn it face up any time for its morph cost.)

Card Stats

6/6 common CMC: 8.0 TSP TSP 🎨 Darrell Riche
Morph

Market Prices

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$0.20
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TCGPlayer
$0.28
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.04
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€0.16
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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 Slipstream Serpent? Basics

Slipstream Serpent is a Creature — Serpent card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "This creature can't attack unless defending player controls an Island. When you control no Islands, sacrifice this creature. Morph {5}{U} (You may cast this card face down as a 2/2 creature for {3}. Turn it face up any time for its morph cost.)"

How much mana does Slipstream Serpent cost to cast? Basics

Slipstream Serpent has a mana cost of {7}{U}, which equals 8.0 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.

Slipstream Serpent's mana cost of {7}{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.

Slipstream Serpent has a mana value of 8.0. 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.

Slipstream Serpent's current oracle text is: "This creature can't attack unless defending player controls an Island. When you control no Islands, sacrifice this creature. Morph {5}{U} (You may cast this card face down as a 2/2 creature for {3}. Turn it face up any time for its morph cost.)"

What is the current price of Slipstream Serpent? Pricing

The current market price for Slipstream Serpent is approximately $0.2 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.28 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.04 EUR.

Where can I buy Slipstream Serpent? Pricing

You can purchase Slipstream Serpent 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.

Slipstream Serpent normal: $0.2 | foil: $0.28

Is Slipstream Serpent legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Slipstream Serpent in Standard is not available.

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

Is Slipstream Serpent legal in Modern? Legality

Slipstream Serpent is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Slipstream Serpent legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Slipstream Serpent 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 Slipstream Serpent legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Slipstream Serpent in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Slipstream Serpent legal in Legacy? Legality

Slipstream Serpent is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Slipstream Serpent legal in Vintage? Legality

Slipstream Serpent 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 Slipstream Serpent legal in Pauper? Legality

Slipstream Serpent 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 Slipstream Serpent from? Details

This printing of Slipstream Serpent is from TSP (TSP), with collector number 77.

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

What is Slipstream Serpent's rarity? Details

Slipstream Serpent is a common card in TSP.

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

Who illustrated Slipstream Serpent? Details

Slipstream Serpent was illustrated by Darrell Riche.

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

What is Slipstream Serpent's power and toughness? Details

Slipstream Serpent is a 6/6 creature.

Power (6) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (6) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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