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Envoy of the Ancestors is a uncommon Creature — Human Cleric from MH3 (MH3) costing {2}{W}. Current price: $0.26 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Envoy of the Ancestors MTG card

Envoy of the Ancestors

Creature — Human Cleric

Card Text

Outlast {W} ({W}, {T}: Put a +1/+1 counter on this creature. Outlast only as a sorcery.) Modified creatures you control have lifelink. (Equipment, Auras you control, and counters are modifications.)

"No Abzan has ever stood alone."

Card Stats

2/3 uncommon CMC: 3.0 MH3 MH3 🎨 Irina Nordsol
Outlast

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$0.26
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$0.77
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$1.29
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$1.49
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€0.25
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€0.37
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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
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Envoy of the Ancestors? Basics

Envoy of the Ancestors is a Creature — Human Cleric card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Outlast {W} ({W}, {T}: Put a +1/+1 counter on this creature. Outlast only as a sorcery.) Modified creatures you control have lifelink. (Equipment, Auras you control, and counters are modifications.)"

How much mana does Envoy of the Ancestors cost to cast? Basics

Envoy of the Ancestors has a mana cost of {2}{W}, which equals 3.0 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.

Envoy of the Ancestors's mana cost of {2}{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.

Envoy of the Ancestors has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Envoy of the Ancestors's current oracle text is: "Outlast {W} ({W}, {T}: Put a +1/+1 counter on this creature. Outlast only as a sorcery.) Modified creatures you control have lifelink. (Equipment, Auras you control, and counters are modifications.)"

What is the current price of Envoy of the Ancestors? Pricing

The current market price for Envoy of the Ancestors is approximately $0.26 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.77 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.25 EUR.

Where can I buy Envoy of the Ancestors? Pricing

You can purchase Envoy of the Ancestors 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.

Envoy of the Ancestors normal: $0.26 | foil: $0.77

Is Envoy of the Ancestors legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Envoy of the Ancestors in Standard is not available.

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

Is Envoy of the Ancestors legal in Modern? Legality

Envoy of the Ancestors is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Envoy of the Ancestors legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Envoy of the Ancestors 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 Envoy of the Ancestors legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Envoy of the Ancestors in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Envoy of the Ancestors legal in Legacy? Legality

Envoy of the Ancestors is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Envoy of the Ancestors legal in Vintage? Legality

Envoy of the Ancestors 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 Envoy of the Ancestors legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Envoy of the Ancestors 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 Envoy of the Ancestors from? Details

This printing of Envoy of the Ancestors is from MH3 (MH3), with collector number 23.

Envoy of the Ancestors may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Envoy of the Ancestors's rarity? Details

Envoy of the Ancestors is a uncommon card in MH3.

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

Who illustrated Envoy of the Ancestors? Details

Envoy of the Ancestors was illustrated by Irina Nordsol.

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

What is Envoy of the Ancestors's power and toughness? Details

Envoy of the Ancestors is a 2/3 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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