Quick Answer

Watcher in the Mist is a common Creature — Spirit from CLU (CLU) costing {3}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.07 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Watcher in the Mist MTG card

Watcher in the Mist

Creature — Spirit

Card Text

Flying When this creature enters, surveil 2. (Look at the top two cards of your library, then put any number of them into your graveyard and the rest on top of your library in any order.)

Card Stats

3/4 common CMC: 5.0 CLU CLU 🎨 Ryan Yee
Flying Surveil

Market Prices

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$0.07
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$0.35
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€0.13
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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
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Watcher in the Mist? Basics

Watcher in the Mist is a Creature — Spirit card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying When this creature enters, surveil 2. (Look at the top two cards of your library, then put any number of them into your graveyard and the rest on top of your library in any order.)"

How much mana does Watcher in the Mist cost to cast? Basics

Watcher in the Mist has a mana cost of {3}{U}{U}, which equals 5.0 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.

Watcher in the Mist's mana cost of {3}{U}{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.

Watcher in the Mist has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Watcher in the Mist's current oracle text is: "Flying When this creature enters, surveil 2. (Look at the top two cards of your library, then put any number of them into your graveyard and the rest on top of your library in any order.)"

What is the current price of Watcher in the Mist? Pricing

The current market price for Watcher in the Mist is approximately $0.07 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.13 EUR.

Where can I buy Watcher in the Mist? Pricing

You can purchase Watcher in the Mist 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 Watcher in the Mist legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Watcher in the Mist in Standard is not available.

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

Is Watcher in the Mist legal in Modern? Legality

Watcher in the Mist is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Watcher in the Mist legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Watcher in the Mist 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 Watcher in the Mist legal in Pioneer? Legality

Watcher in the Mist is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Watcher in the Mist legal in Legacy? Legality

Watcher in the Mist is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Watcher in the Mist legal in Vintage? Legality

Watcher in the Mist 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 Watcher in the Mist legal in Pauper? Legality

Watcher in the Mist is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Watcher in the Mist from? Details

This printing of Watcher in the Mist is from CLU (CLU), with collector number 104.

Watcher in the Mist may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Watcher in the Mist's rarity? Details

Watcher in the Mist is a common card in CLU.

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

Who illustrated Watcher in the Mist? Details

Watcher in the Mist was illustrated by Ryan Yee.

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

What is Watcher in the Mist's power and toughness? Details

Watcher in the Mist 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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