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Unstable Shapeshifter is a rare Creature — Shapeshifter from TMP (TMP) costing {3}{U}. Current price: $0.81 USD. Legal in Commander.

Unstable Shapeshifter MTG card

Unstable Shapeshifter

Creature — Shapeshifter

Card Text

Whenever another creature enters, this creature becomes a copy of that creature, except it has this ability.

"In a world of untruths, the living lie rules." —Oracle *en*-Vec

Card Stats

0/1 rare CMC: 4.0 TMP TMP 🎨 Terese Nielsen

Market Prices

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$0.81
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€0.54
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Unstable Shapeshifter? Basics

Unstable Shapeshifter is a Creature — Shapeshifter card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever another creature enters, this creature becomes a copy of that creature, except it has this ability."

How much mana does Unstable Shapeshifter cost to cast? Basics

Unstable Shapeshifter 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.

Unstable Shapeshifter'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.

Unstable Shapeshifter 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.

Unstable Shapeshifter's current oracle text is: "Whenever another creature enters, this creature becomes a copy of that creature, except it has this ability."

What is the current price of Unstable Shapeshifter? Pricing

The current market price for Unstable Shapeshifter is approximately $0.81 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.54 EUR.

Where can I buy Unstable Shapeshifter? Pricing

You can purchase Unstable Shapeshifter 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 Unstable Shapeshifter legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Unstable Shapeshifter in Standard is not available.

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

Is Unstable Shapeshifter legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Unstable Shapeshifter in Modern is not available.

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

Is Unstable Shapeshifter legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Unstable Shapeshifter 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 Unstable Shapeshifter legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Unstable Shapeshifter in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Unstable Shapeshifter legal in Legacy? Legality

Unstable Shapeshifter is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Unstable Shapeshifter legal in Vintage? Legality

Unstable Shapeshifter 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 Unstable Shapeshifter legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Unstable Shapeshifter 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 Unstable Shapeshifter from? Details

This printing of Unstable Shapeshifter is from TMP (TMP), with collector number 100.

Unstable Shapeshifter may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Unstable Shapeshifter's rarity? Details

Unstable Shapeshifter is a rare card in TMP.

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

Who illustrated Unstable Shapeshifter? Details

Unstable Shapeshifter was illustrated by Terese Nielsen.

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

What is Unstable Shapeshifter's power and toughness? Details

Unstable Shapeshifter is a 0/1 creature.

Power (0) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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