Quick Answer

Syphon Sliver is a rare Creature — Sliver from CMM (CMM) costing {2}{B}. Current price: $8.67 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Syphon Sliver MTG card

Syphon Sliver

Creature — Sliver

Card Text

Sliver creatures you control have lifelink. (Damage dealt by a Sliver creature you control also causes you to gain that much life.)

The hive knows no fear or mercy, only hunger.

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 3.0 CMM CMM 🎨 Johann Bodin

Market Prices

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$8.67
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$10.99
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€3.38
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Syphon Sliver? Basics

Syphon Sliver is a Creature — Sliver card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Sliver creatures you control have lifelink. (Damage dealt by a Sliver creature you control also causes you to gain that much life.)"

How much mana does Syphon Sliver cost to cast? Basics

Syphon Sliver has a mana cost of {2}{B}, which equals 3.0 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.

Syphon Sliver's mana cost of {2}{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.

Syphon Sliver has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Syphon Sliver's current oracle text is: "Sliver creatures you control have lifelink. (Damage dealt by a Sliver creature you control also causes you to gain that much life.)"

What is the current price of Syphon Sliver? Pricing

The current market price for Syphon Sliver is approximately $8.67 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €3.38 EUR.

Where can I buy Syphon Sliver? Pricing

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

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

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

Is Syphon Sliver legal in Modern? Legality

Syphon Sliver is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Syphon Sliver legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Syphon Sliver 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 Syphon Sliver legal in Pioneer? Legality

Syphon Sliver is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Syphon Sliver legal in Legacy? Legality

Syphon Sliver is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Syphon Sliver legal in Vintage? Legality

Syphon Sliver 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 Syphon Sliver legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Syphon Sliver 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 Syphon Sliver from? Details

This printing of Syphon Sliver is from CMM (CMM), with collector number 870.

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

What is Syphon Sliver's rarity? Details

Syphon Sliver is a rare card in CMM.

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

Who illustrated Syphon Sliver? Details

Syphon Sliver was illustrated by Johann Bodin.

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

What is Syphon Sliver's power and toughness? Details

Syphon Sliver is a 2/2 creature.

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

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