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Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver is a mythic Legendary Creature — Zombie Warrior from MIC (MIC) costing {2}{U}{B}. Current price: $7.16 USD. Legal in Commander.

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver MTG card

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver

Legendary Creature — Zombie Warrior

Card Text

Whenever another Zombie you control dies, if it didn't have decayed, create a 2/2 black Zombie creature token with decayed. (It can't block. When it attacks, sacrifice it at end of combat.) At the beginning of your end step, you may sacrifice a Zombie. If you do, draw a card.

Card Stats

3/3 mythic CMC: 4.0 MIC MIC 🎨 Chris Rallis

Market Prices

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$7.16
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$8.33
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$10.99
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$6.99
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€9.89
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€11.51
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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 (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver? Basics

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver is a Legendary Creature — Zombie Warrior card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever another Zombie you control dies, if it didn't have decayed, create a 2/2 black Zombie creature token with decayed. (It can't block. When it attacks, sacrifice it at end of combat.) At the beginning of your end step, you may sacrifice a Zombie. If you do, draw a card."

How much mana does Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver cost to cast? Basics

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver has a mana cost of {2}{U}{B}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, 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.

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver's mana cost of {2}{U}{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.

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver 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.

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver's current oracle text is: "Whenever another Zombie you control dies, if it didn't have decayed, create a 2/2 black Zombie creature token with decayed. (It can't block. When it attacks, sacrifice it at end of combat.) At the beginning of your end step, you may sacrifice a Zombie. If you do, draw a card."

What is the current price of Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver? Pricing

The current market price for Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver is approximately $7.16 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $8.33 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €9.89 EUR.

Where can I buy Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver? Pricing

You can purchase Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver 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.

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver normal: $7.16 | foil: $8.33

Is Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver in Standard is not available.

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

Is Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver in Modern is not available.

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

Is Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver 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 Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver legal in Legacy? Legality

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver legal in Vintage? Legality

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver 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 Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver 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 Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver from? Details

This printing of Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver is from MIC (MIC), with collector number 2.

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

What is Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver's rarity? Details

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver is a mythic card in MIC.

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

Who illustrated Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver? Details

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver was illustrated by Chris Rallis.

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

What is Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver's power and toughness? Details

Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver is a 3/3 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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