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Archpriest of Shadows is a rare Creature — Human Warlock from MOM (MOM) costing {3}{B}{B}. Current price: $1.03 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Archpriest of Shadows MTG card

Archpriest of Shadows

Creature — Human Warlock

Card Text

Backup 1 (When this creature enters, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. If that's another creature, it gains the following abilities until end of turn.) Deathtouch Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player or battle, return target creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield.

Card Stats

4/4 rare CMC: 5.0 MOM MOM 🎨 Fariba Khamseh
Backup Deathtouch

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$1.03
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$1.07
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$2.79
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$2.49
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€0.67
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€0.92
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Archpriest of Shadows? Basics

Archpriest of Shadows is a Creature — Human Warlock card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Backup 1 (When this creature enters, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. If that's another creature, it gains the following abilities until end of turn.) Deathtouch Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player or battle, return target creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield."

How much mana does Archpriest of Shadows cost to cast? Basics

Archpriest of Shadows has a mana cost of {3}{B}{B}, which equals 5.0 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.

Archpriest of Shadows's mana cost of {3}{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.

Archpriest of Shadows 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.

Archpriest of Shadows's current oracle text is: "Backup 1 (When this creature enters, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. If that's another creature, it gains the following abilities until end of turn.) Deathtouch Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player or battle, return target creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield."

What is the current price of Archpriest of Shadows? Pricing

The current market price for Archpriest of Shadows is approximately $1.03 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.07 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.67 EUR.

Where can I buy Archpriest of Shadows? Pricing

You can purchase Archpriest of Shadows 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.

Archpriest of Shadows normal: $1.03 | foil: $1.07

Is Archpriest of Shadows legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Archpriest of Shadows in Standard is not available.

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

Is Archpriest of Shadows legal in Modern? Legality

Archpriest of Shadows is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Archpriest of Shadows legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Archpriest of Shadows 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 Archpriest of Shadows legal in Pioneer? Legality

Archpriest of Shadows is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Archpriest of Shadows legal in Legacy? Legality

Archpriest of Shadows is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Archpriest of Shadows legal in Vintage? Legality

Archpriest of Shadows 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 Archpriest of Shadows legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Archpriest of Shadows 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 Archpriest of Shadows from? Details

This printing of Archpriest of Shadows is from MOM (MOM), with collector number 356.

Archpriest of Shadows may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Archpriest of Shadows's rarity? Details

Archpriest of Shadows is a rare card in MOM.

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

Who illustrated Archpriest of Shadows? Details

Archpriest of Shadows was illustrated by Fariba Khamseh.

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

What is Archpriest of Shadows's power and toughness? Details

Archpriest of Shadows 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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