Quick Answer

Whirling Dervish is a uncommon Creature — Human Monk from 4BB (4BB) costing {G}{G}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Whirling Dervish MTG card

Whirling Dervish

Creature — Human Monk

Card Text

Protection from black At the beginning of each end step, if this creature dealt damage to an opponent this turn, put a +1/+1 counter on it.

Card Stats

1/1 uncommon CMC: 2.0 4BB 4BB 🎨 Susan Van Camp
Protection

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Whirling Dervish? Basics

Whirling Dervish is a Creature — Human Monk card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Protection from black At the beginning of each end step, if this creature dealt damage to an opponent this turn, put a +1/+1 counter on it."

How much mana does Whirling Dervish cost to cast? Basics

Whirling Dervish has a mana cost of {G}{G}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Whirling Dervish's mana cost of {G}{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.

Whirling Dervish has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Whirling Dervish's current oracle text is: "Protection from black At the beginning of each end step, if this creature dealt damage to an opponent this turn, put a +1/+1 counter on it."

What is the current price of Whirling Dervish? Pricing

Price data for Whirling Dervish is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Whirling Dervish? Pricing

You can purchase Whirling Dervish 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 Whirling Dervish legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Whirling Dervish in Standard is not available.

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

Is Whirling Dervish legal in Modern? Legality

Whirling Dervish is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Whirling Dervish legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Whirling Dervish 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 Whirling Dervish legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Whirling Dervish in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Whirling Dervish legal in Legacy? Legality

Whirling Dervish is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Whirling Dervish legal in Vintage? Legality

Whirling Dervish 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 Whirling Dervish legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Whirling Dervish 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 Whirling Dervish from? Details

This printing of Whirling Dervish is from 4BB (4BB), with collector number 288.

Whirling Dervish may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Whirling Dervish's rarity? Details

Whirling Dervish is a uncommon card in 4BB.

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

Who illustrated Whirling Dervish? Details

Whirling Dervish was illustrated by Susan Van Camp.

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

What is Whirling Dervish's power and toughness? Details

Whirling Dervish is a 1/1 creature.

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

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