Quick Answer

Tormod, the Desecrator is a uncommon Legendary Creature — Zombie Wizard from CMR (CMR) costing {3}{B}. Current price: $1.0 USD. Legal in Commander.

Tormod, the Desecrator MTG card

Tormod, the Desecrator

Legendary Creature — Zombie Wizard

Card Text

Whenever one or more cards leave your graveyard, create a tapped 2/2 black Zombie creature token. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)

"Life is but the precursor to a long and successful death."

Card Stats

4/2 uncommon CMC: 4.0 CMR CMR 🎨 Grzegorz Rutkowski
Partner

Market Prices

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$1.00
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$1.84
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$1.79
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$1.99
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€1.00
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€1.04
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tormod, the Desecrator? Basics

Tormod, the Desecrator is a Legendary Creature — Zombie Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever one or more cards leave your graveyard, create a tapped 2/2 black Zombie creature token. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)"

How much mana does Tormod, the Desecrator cost to cast? Basics

Tormod, the Desecrator has a mana cost of {3}{B}, which equals 4.0 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.

Tormod, the Desecrator's mana cost of {3}{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.

Tormod, the Desecrator 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.

Tormod, the Desecrator's current oracle text is: "Whenever one or more cards leave your graveyard, create a tapped 2/2 black Zombie creature token. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)"

What is the current price of Tormod, the Desecrator? Pricing

The current market price for Tormod, the Desecrator is approximately $1.0 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.84 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.0 EUR.

Where can I buy Tormod, the Desecrator? Pricing

You can purchase Tormod, the Desecrator 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.

Tormod, the Desecrator normal: $1.0 | foil: $1.84

Is Tormod, the Desecrator legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Tormod, the Desecrator in Standard is not available.

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

Is Tormod, the Desecrator legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Tormod, the Desecrator in Modern is not available.

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

Is Tormod, the Desecrator legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Tormod, the Desecrator 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 Tormod, the Desecrator legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Tormod, the Desecrator in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Tormod, the Desecrator legal in Legacy? Legality

Tormod, the Desecrator is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Tormod, the Desecrator legal in Vintage? Legality

Tormod, the Desecrator 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 Tormod, the Desecrator legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Tormod, the Desecrator 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 Tormod, the Desecrator from? Details

This printing of Tormod, the Desecrator is from CMR (CMR), with collector number 155.

Tormod, the Desecrator may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Tormod, the Desecrator's rarity? Details

Tormod, the Desecrator is a uncommon card in CMR.

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

Who illustrated Tormod, the Desecrator? Details

Tormod, the Desecrator was illustrated by Grzegorz Rutkowski.

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

What is Tormod, the Desecrator's power and toughness? Details

Tormod, the Desecrator is a 4/2 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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