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Anikthea, Hand of Erebos is a mythic Legendary Enchantment Creature — Demigod from CMM (CMM) costing {2}{W}{B}{G}. Legal in Commander.

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos MTG card

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos

Legendary Enchantment Creature — Demigod

Card Text

Menace Other enchantment creatures you control have menace. Whenever Anikthea enters or attacks, exile up to one target non-Aura enchantment card from your graveyard. Create a token that's a copy of that card, except it's a 3/3 black Zombie creature in addition to its other types.

Card Stats

4/4 mythic CMC: 5.0 CMM CMM 🎨 Magali Villeneuve
Menace

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Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Anikthea, Hand of Erebos? Basics

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos is a Legendary Enchantment Creature — Demigod card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Menace Other enchantment creatures you control have menace. Whenever Anikthea enters or attacks, exile up to one target non-Aura enchantment card from your graveyard. Create a token that's a copy of that card, except it's a 3/3 black Zombie creature in addition to its other types."

How much mana does Anikthea, Hand of Erebos cost to cast? Basics

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos has a mana cost of {2}{W}{B}{G}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, G, W 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.

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos's mana cost of {2}{W}{B}{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.

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos 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.

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos's current oracle text is: "Menace Other enchantment creatures you control have menace. Whenever Anikthea enters or attacks, exile up to one target non-Aura enchantment card from your graveyard. Create a token that's a copy of that card, except it's a 3/3 black Zombie creature in addition to its other types."

What is the current price of Anikthea, Hand of Erebos? Pricing

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Where can I buy Anikthea, Hand of Erebos? Pricing

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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 Anikthea, Hand of Erebos legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Anikthea, Hand of Erebos in Standard is not available.

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

Is Anikthea, Hand of Erebos legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Anikthea, Hand of Erebos in Modern is not available.

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

Is Anikthea, Hand of Erebos legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos 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 Anikthea, Hand of Erebos legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Anikthea, Hand of Erebos in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Anikthea, Hand of Erebos legal in Legacy? Legality

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Anikthea, Hand of Erebos legal in Vintage? Legality

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos 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 Anikthea, Hand of Erebos legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Anikthea, Hand of Erebos 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 Anikthea, Hand of Erebos from? Details

This printing of Anikthea, Hand of Erebos is from CMM (CMM), with collector number 705.

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Anikthea, Hand of Erebos's rarity? Details

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos is a mythic card in CMM.

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

Who illustrated Anikthea, Hand of Erebos? Details

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos was illustrated by Magali Villeneuve.

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

What is Anikthea, Hand of Erebos's power and toughness? Details

Anikthea, Hand of Erebos is a 4/4 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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