Quick Answer

Sliver Overlord is a mythic Legendary Creature — Sliver Mutant from H09 (H09) costing {W}{U}{B}{R}{G}. Legal in Commander.

Sliver Overlord MTG card

Sliver Overlord

Legendary Creature — Sliver Mutant

Card Text

{3}: Search your library for a Sliver card, reveal that card, put it into your hand, then shuffle. {3}: Gain control of target Sliver. (This effect lasts indefinitely.)

The end of evolution.

Card Stats

7/7 mythic CMC: 5.0 H09 H09 🎨 Tony Szczudlo

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$53.61
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€26.85
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sliver Overlord? Basics

Sliver Overlord is a Legendary Creature — Sliver Mutant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{3}: Search your library for a Sliver card, reveal that card, put it into your hand, then shuffle. {3}: Gain control of target Sliver. (This effect lasts indefinitely.)"

How much mana does Sliver Overlord cost to cast? Basics

Sliver Overlord has a mana cost of {W}{U}{B}{R}{G}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, G, R, U, 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.

Sliver Overlord's mana cost of {W}{U}{B}{R}{G} 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.

Sliver Overlord 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.

Sliver Overlord's current oracle text is: "{3}: Search your library for a Sliver card, reveal that card, put it into your hand, then shuffle. {3}: Gain control of target Sliver. (This effect lasts indefinitely.)"

What is the current price of Sliver Overlord? Pricing

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

Where can I buy Sliver Overlord? Pricing

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

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

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

Is Sliver Overlord legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Sliver Overlord in Modern is not available.

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

Is Sliver Overlord legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Sliver Overlord 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 Sliver Overlord legal in Pioneer? Legality

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

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

Is Sliver Overlord legal in Legacy? Legality

Sliver Overlord is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Sliver Overlord legal in Vintage? Legality

Sliver Overlord 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 Sliver Overlord legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Sliver Overlord 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 Sliver Overlord from? Details

This printing of Sliver Overlord is from H09 (H09), with collector number 24.

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

What is Sliver Overlord's rarity? Details

Sliver Overlord is a mythic card in H09.

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

Who illustrated Sliver Overlord? Details

Sliver Overlord was illustrated by Tony Szczudlo.

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

What is Sliver Overlord's power and toughness? Details

Sliver Overlord is a 7/7 creature.

Power (7) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (7) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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