Quick Answer

Thief of Existence is a rare Creature — Eldrazi from MH3 (MH3) costing {1}{C}{G}. Current price: $0.16 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Thief of Existence MTG card

Thief of Existence

Creature — Eldrazi

Card Text

Devoid (This card has no color.) When you cast this spell, exile up to one target noncreature, nonland permanent an opponent controls with mana value 4 or less. If you do, Thief of Existence gains "When this creature leaves the battlefield, target opponent draws a card."

Card Stats

3/4 rare CMC: 3.0 MH3 MH3 🎨 Raph Lomotan
Devoid

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.16
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TCGPlayer
$0.37
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
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Card Kingdom
$0.79
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.23
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Cardmarket
€0.80
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thief of Existence? Basics

Thief of Existence is a Creature — Eldrazi card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Devoid (This card has no color.) When you cast this spell, exile up to one target noncreature, nonland permanent an opponent controls with mana value 4 or less. If you do, Thief of Existence gains "When this creature leaves the battlefield, target opponent draws a card.""

How much mana does Thief of Existence cost to cast? Basics

Thief of Existence has a mana cost of {1}{C}{G}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Thief of Existence's mana cost of {1}{C}{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.

Thief of Existence 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.

Thief of Existence's current oracle text is: "Devoid (This card has no color.) When you cast this spell, exile up to one target noncreature, nonland permanent an opponent controls with mana value 4 or less. If you do, Thief of Existence gains "When this creature leaves the battlefield, target opponent draws a card.""

What is the current price of Thief of Existence? Pricing

The current market price for Thief of Existence is approximately $0.16 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.37 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.23 EUR.

Where can I buy Thief of Existence? Pricing

You can purchase Thief of Existence 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.

Thief of Existence normal: $0.16 | foil: $0.37

Is Thief of Existence legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Thief of Existence in Standard is not available.

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

Is Thief of Existence legal in Modern? Legality

Thief of Existence is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Thief of Existence legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Thief of Existence 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 Thief of Existence legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Thief of Existence in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Thief of Existence legal in Legacy? Legality

Thief of Existence is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Thief of Existence legal in Vintage? Legality

Thief of Existence 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 Thief of Existence legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Thief of Existence 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 Thief of Existence from? Details

This printing of Thief of Existence is from MH3 (MH3), with collector number 174.

Thief of Existence may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Thief of Existence's rarity? Details

Thief of Existence is a rare card in MH3.

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

Who illustrated Thief of Existence? Details

Thief of Existence was illustrated by Raph Lomotan.

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

What is Thief of Existence's power and toughness? Details

Thief of Existence is a 3/4 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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