Quick Answer

Stitchwing Skaab is a uncommon Creature — Zombie Horror from J21 (J21) costing {3}{U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Stitchwing Skaab MTG card

Stitchwing Skaab

Creature — Zombie Horror

Card Text

Flying {1}{U}, Discard two cards: Return this card from your graveyard to the battlefield tapped.

Card Stats

3/1 uncommon CMC: 4.0 J21 J21 🎨 Nils Hamm
Flying

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stitchwing Skaab? Basics

Stitchwing Skaab is a Creature — Zombie Horror card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying {1}{U}, Discard two cards: Return this card from your graveyard to the battlefield tapped."

How much mana does Stitchwing Skaab cost to cast? Basics

Stitchwing Skaab has a mana cost of {3}{U}, which equals 4.0 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.

Stitchwing Skaab's mana cost of {3}{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.

Stitchwing Skaab has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Stitchwing Skaab's current oracle text is: "Flying {1}{U}, Discard two cards: Return this card from your graveyard to the battlefield tapped."

What is the current price of Stitchwing Skaab? Pricing

Price data for Stitchwing Skaab is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Stitchwing Skaab? Pricing

You can purchase Stitchwing Skaab 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 Stitchwing Skaab legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Stitchwing Skaab in Standard is not available.

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

Is Stitchwing Skaab legal in Modern? Legality

Stitchwing Skaab is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Stitchwing Skaab legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Stitchwing Skaab 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 Stitchwing Skaab legal in Pioneer? Legality

Stitchwing Skaab is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Stitchwing Skaab legal in Legacy? Legality

Stitchwing Skaab is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Stitchwing Skaab legal in Vintage? Legality

Stitchwing Skaab 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 Stitchwing Skaab legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Stitchwing Skaab 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 Stitchwing Skaab from? Details

This printing of Stitchwing Skaab is from J21 (J21), with collector number 256.

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

What is Stitchwing Skaab's rarity? Details

Stitchwing Skaab is a uncommon card in J21.

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

Who illustrated Stitchwing Skaab? Details

Stitchwing Skaab was illustrated by Nils Hamm.

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

What is Stitchwing Skaab's power and toughness? Details

Stitchwing Skaab is a 3/1 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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