Quick Answer

Ulamog, the Defiler is a mythic Legendary Creature — Eldrazi from MH3 (MH3) costing {10}. Current price: $17.84 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Ulamog, the Defiler MTG card

Ulamog, the Defiler

Legendary Creature — Eldrazi

Card Text

When you cast this spell, target opponent exiles the top half of their library, rounded up. Ward—Sacrifice two permanents. Ulamog enters with a number of +1/+1 counters on it equal to the greatest mana value among cards in exile. Ulamog has annihilator X, where X is the number of +1/+1 counters on it.

Card Stats

7/7 mythic CMC: 10.0 MH3 MH3 🎨 Chase Stone
Ward

Market Prices

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$17.84
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TCGPlayer
$22.49
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Card Kingdom
$24.99
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Card Kingdom
$24.99
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Cardmarket
€17.25
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Cardmarket
€22.21
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ulamog, the Defiler? Basics

Ulamog, the Defiler is a Legendary Creature — Eldrazi card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When you cast this spell, target opponent exiles the top half of their library, rounded up. Ward—Sacrifice two permanents. Ulamog enters with a number of +1/+1 counters on it equal to the greatest mana value among cards in exile. Ulamog has annihilator X, where X is the number of +1/+1 counters on it."

How much mana does Ulamog, the Defiler cost to cast? Basics

Ulamog, the Defiler has a mana cost of {10}, which equals 10.0 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.

Ulamog, the Defiler's mana cost of {10} 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.

Ulamog, the Defiler has a mana value of 10.0. 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.

Ulamog, the Defiler's current oracle text is: "When you cast this spell, target opponent exiles the top half of their library, rounded up. Ward—Sacrifice two permanents. Ulamog enters with a number of +1/+1 counters on it equal to the greatest mana value among cards in exile. Ulamog has annihilator X, where X is the number of +1/+1 counters on it."

What is the current price of Ulamog, the Defiler? Pricing

The current market price for Ulamog, the Defiler is approximately $17.84 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $22.49 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €17.25 EUR.

Where can I buy Ulamog, the Defiler? Pricing

You can purchase Ulamog, the Defiler 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.

Ulamog, the Defiler normal: $17.84 | foil: $22.49

Is Ulamog, the Defiler legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Ulamog, the Defiler in Standard is not available.

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

Is Ulamog, the Defiler legal in Modern? Legality

Ulamog, the Defiler is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Ulamog, the Defiler legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Ulamog, the Defiler 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 Ulamog, the Defiler legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Ulamog, the Defiler in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Ulamog, the Defiler legal in Legacy? Legality

Ulamog, the Defiler is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Ulamog, the Defiler legal in Vintage? Legality

Ulamog, the Defiler 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 Ulamog, the Defiler legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Ulamog, the Defiler 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 Ulamog, the Defiler from? Details

This printing of Ulamog, the Defiler is from MH3 (MH3), with collector number 15.

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

What is Ulamog, the Defiler's rarity? Details

Ulamog, the Defiler is a mythic card in MH3.

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

Who illustrated Ulamog, the Defiler? Details

Ulamog, the Defiler was illustrated by Chase Stone.

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

What is Ulamog, the Defiler's power and toughness? Details

Ulamog, the Defiler is a 7/7 creature.

Power (7) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (7) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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