Quick Answer

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp is a rare Legendary Artifact Creature — Insect from J21 (J21) costing {1}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp MTG card

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp

Legendary Artifact Creature — Insect

Card Text

Modular 1 If a modular triggered ability would put one or more +1/+1 counters on a creature you control, that many plus one +1/+1 counters are put on it instead. {R}: Destroy target artifact you control. {W}: Zabaz gains flying until end of turn.

Card Stats

0/0 rare CMC: 1.0 J21 J21 🎨 Jason Felix
Modular

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp? Basics

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp is a Legendary Artifact Creature — Insect card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Modular 1 If a modular triggered ability would put one or more +1/+1 counters on a creature you control, that many plus one +1/+1 counters are put on it instead. {R}: Destroy target artifact you control. {W}: Zabaz gains flying until end of turn."

How much mana does Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp cost to cast? Basics

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp has a mana cost of {1}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp's mana cost of {1} 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.

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp's current oracle text is: "Modular 1 If a modular triggered ability would put one or more +1/+1 counters on a creature you control, that many plus one +1/+1 counters are put on it instead. {R}: Destroy target artifact you control. {W}: Zabaz gains flying until end of turn."

What is the current price of Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp? Pricing

Price data for Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp? Pricing

You can purchase Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp 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 Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp in Standard is not available.

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

Is Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp legal in Modern? Legality

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp 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 Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp legal in Legacy? Legality

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp legal in Vintage? Legality

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp 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 Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp 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 Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp from? Details

This printing of Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp is from J21 (J21), with collector number 762.

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

What is Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp's rarity? Details

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp is a rare card in J21.

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

Who illustrated Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp? Details

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp was illustrated by Jason Felix.

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

What is Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp's power and toughness? Details

Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp is a 0/0 creature.

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

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