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Cerise, Slayer of Fear is a rare Legendary Creature — Human Cleric Knight from YWOE (YWOE) costing {3}{W}{W}.

Cerise, Slayer of Fear MTG card

Cerise, Slayer of Fear

Legendary Creature — Human Cleric Knight

Card Text

First strike, lifelink At the beginning of your second main phase, if you gained life this turn, seek a card with the highest mana value among cards in your library with mana value less than or equal to the amount of life you gained this turn.

Card Stats

5/5 rare CMC: 5.0 YWOE YWOE 🎨 Christina Kraus
First strike Lifelink Seek

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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cerise, Slayer of Fear? Basics

Cerise, Slayer of Fear is a Legendary Creature — Human Cleric Knight card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "First strike, lifelink At the beginning of your second main phase, if you gained life this turn, seek a card with the highest mana value among cards in your library with mana value less than or equal to the amount of life you gained this turn."

How much mana does Cerise, Slayer of Fear cost to cast? Basics

Cerise, Slayer of Fear has a mana cost of {3}{W}{W}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Cerise, Slayer of Fear's mana cost of {3}{W}{W} 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.

Cerise, Slayer of Fear 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.

Cerise, Slayer of Fear's current oracle text is: "First strike, lifelink At the beginning of your second main phase, if you gained life this turn, seek a card with the highest mana value among cards in your library with mana value less than or equal to the amount of life you gained this turn."

What is the current price of Cerise, Slayer of Fear? Pricing

Price data for Cerise, Slayer of Fear is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Cerise, Slayer of Fear? Pricing

You can purchase Cerise, Slayer of Fear 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 Cerise, Slayer of Fear legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Cerise, Slayer of Fear in Standard is not available.

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

Is Cerise, Slayer of Fear legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Cerise, Slayer of Fear in Modern is not available.

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

Is Cerise, Slayer of Fear legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Cerise, Slayer of Fear in Commander is not available.

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

Is Cerise, Slayer of Fear legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Cerise, Slayer of Fear in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Cerise, Slayer of Fear legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Cerise, Slayer of Fear in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Cerise, Slayer of Fear legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Cerise, Slayer of Fear 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 Cerise, Slayer of Fear legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Cerise, Slayer of Fear 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 Cerise, Slayer of Fear from? Details

This printing of Cerise, Slayer of Fear is from YWOE (YWOE), with collector number 1.

Cerise, Slayer of Fear may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Cerise, Slayer of Fear's rarity? Details

Cerise, Slayer of Fear is a rare card in YWOE.

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

Who illustrated Cerise, Slayer of Fear? Details

Cerise, Slayer of Fear was illustrated by Christina Kraus.

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

What is Cerise, Slayer of Fear's power and toughness? Details

Cerise, Slayer of Fear is a 5/5 creature.

Power (5) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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