Quick Answer

Xyru Specter is a rare Summon — Specter from CMB1 (CMB1) costing {2}{B}{B}. Current price: $0.44 USD.

Xyru Specter MTG card

Xyru Specter

Summon — Specter

Card Text

Flying Whenever Xyru Specter deals damage to an opponent, that player discards a card unless they challenge you. If challenged, and you show them two black cards in your hand, they must discard two cards.

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 4.0 CMB1 CMB1 🎨 Jeff Stewart
Flying

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Xyru Specter? Basics

Xyru Specter is a Summon — Specter card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying Whenever Xyru Specter deals damage to an opponent, that player discards a card unless they challenge you. If challenged, and you show them two black cards in your hand, they must discard two cards."

How much mana does Xyru Specter cost to cast? Basics

Xyru Specter has a mana cost of {2}{B}{B}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Xyru Specter's mana cost of {2}{B}{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.

Xyru Specter 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.

Xyru Specter's current oracle text is: "Flying Whenever Xyru Specter deals damage to an opponent, that player discards a card unless they challenge you. If challenged, and you show them two black cards in your hand, they must discard two cards."

What is the current price of Xyru Specter? Pricing

The current market price for Xyru Specter is approximately $0.44 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.41 EUR.

Where can I buy Xyru Specter? Pricing

You can purchase Xyru Specter 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 Xyru Specter legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Xyru Specter in Standard is not available.

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

Is Xyru Specter legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Xyru Specter in Modern is not available.

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

Is Xyru Specter legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Xyru Specter in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Xyru Specter legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Xyru Specter in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Xyru Specter legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Xyru Specter in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Xyru Specter legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Xyru Specter in Vintage is not available.

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 Xyru Specter legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Xyru Specter 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 Xyru Specter from? Details

This printing of Xyru Specter is from CMB1 (CMB1), with collector number 51.

Xyru Specter may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Xyru Specter's rarity? Details

Xyru Specter is a rare card in CMB1.

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

Who illustrated Xyru Specter? Details

Xyru Specter was illustrated by Jeff Stewart.

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

What is Xyru Specter's power and toughness? Details

Xyru Specter is a 2/2 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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