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Sphinx of Uthuun is a rare Creature — Sphinx from C14 (C14) costing {5}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.13 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Sphinx of Uthuun MTG card

Sphinx of Uthuun

Creature — Sphinx

Card Text

Flying When this creature enters, reveal the top five cards of your library. An opponent separates those cards into two piles. Put one pile into your hand and the other into your graveyard.

Card Stats

5/6 rare CMC: 7.0 C14 C14 🎨 Kekai Kotaki
Flying

Market Prices

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$0.13
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$0.49
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€0.20
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€0.18
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (8 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sphinx of Uthuun? Basics

Sphinx of Uthuun is a Creature — Sphinx card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying When this creature enters, reveal the top five cards of your library. An opponent separates those cards into two piles. Put one pile into your hand and the other into your graveyard."

How much mana does Sphinx of Uthuun cost to cast? Basics

Sphinx of Uthuun has a mana cost of {5}{U}{U}, which equals 7.0 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.

Sphinx of Uthuun's mana cost of {5}{U}{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.

Sphinx of Uthuun has a mana value of 7.0. 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.

Sphinx of Uthuun's current oracle text is: "Flying When this creature enters, reveal the top five cards of your library. An opponent separates those cards into two piles. Put one pile into your hand and the other into your graveyard."

What is the current price of Sphinx of Uthuun? Pricing

The current market price for Sphinx of Uthuun is approximately $0.13 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.2 EUR.

Where can I buy Sphinx of Uthuun? Pricing

You can purchase Sphinx of Uthuun 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 Sphinx of Uthuun legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Sphinx of Uthuun in Standard is not available.

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

Is Sphinx of Uthuun legal in Modern? Legality

Sphinx of Uthuun is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Sphinx of Uthuun legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Sphinx of Uthuun 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 Sphinx of Uthuun legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Sphinx of Uthuun in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Sphinx of Uthuun legal in Legacy? Legality

Sphinx of Uthuun is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Sphinx of Uthuun legal in Vintage? Legality

Sphinx of Uthuun 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 Sphinx of Uthuun legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Sphinx of Uthuun 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 Sphinx of Uthuun from? Details

This printing of Sphinx of Uthuun is from C14 (C14), with collector number 128.

Sphinx of Uthuun may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Sphinx of Uthuun's rarity? Details

Sphinx of Uthuun is a rare card in C14.

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

Who illustrated Sphinx of Uthuun? Details

Sphinx of Uthuun was illustrated by Kekai Kotaki.

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

What is Sphinx of Uthuun's power and toughness? Details

Sphinx of Uthuun is a 5/6 creature.

Power (5) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (6) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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