Quick Answer

Gilded Ambusher is a rare Enchantment Creature — Lizard Glimmer from YDSK (YDSK) costing {1}{B}{R}.

Gilded Ambusher MTG card

Gilded Ambusher

Enchantment Creature — Lizard Glimmer

Card Text

Whenever Gilded Ambusher attacks, you may sacrifice another nonland permanent. When you do, each opponent exiles a nonland, nontoken permanent they control and a random nonland card from their library, then Gilded Ambusher deals damage to them equal to the total mana value of the cards exiled this way.

Card Stats

4/2 rare CMC: 3.0 YDSK YDSK 🎨 David Auden Nash

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Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gilded Ambusher? Basics

Gilded Ambusher is a Enchantment Creature — Lizard Glimmer card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever Gilded Ambusher attacks, you may sacrifice another nonland permanent. When you do, each opponent exiles a nonland, nontoken permanent they control and a random nonland card from their library, then Gilded Ambusher deals damage to them equal to the total mana value of the cards exiled this way."

How much mana does Gilded Ambusher cost to cast? Basics

Gilded Ambusher has a mana cost of {1}{B}{R}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, R 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.

Gilded Ambusher's mana cost of {1}{B}{R} 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.

Gilded Ambusher 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.

Gilded Ambusher's current oracle text is: "Whenever Gilded Ambusher attacks, you may sacrifice another nonland permanent. When you do, each opponent exiles a nonland, nontoken permanent they control and a random nonland card from their library, then Gilded Ambusher deals damage to them equal to the total mana value of the cards exiled this way."

What is the current price of Gilded Ambusher? Pricing

Price data for Gilded Ambusher is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Gilded Ambusher? Pricing

You can purchase Gilded Ambusher 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 Gilded Ambusher legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Gilded Ambusher in Standard is not available.

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

Is Gilded Ambusher legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Gilded Ambusher in Modern is not available.

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

Is Gilded Ambusher legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Gilded Ambusher in Commander is not available.

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

Is Gilded Ambusher legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Gilded Ambusher in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Gilded Ambusher legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Gilded Ambusher in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Gilded Ambusher legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Gilded Ambusher 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 Gilded Ambusher legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Gilded Ambusher 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 Gilded Ambusher from? Details

This printing of Gilded Ambusher is from YDSK (YDSK), with collector number 22.

Gilded Ambusher may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Gilded Ambusher's rarity? Details

Gilded Ambusher is a rare card in YDSK.

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

Who illustrated Gilded Ambusher? Details

Gilded Ambusher was illustrated by David Auden Nash.

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

What is Gilded Ambusher's power and toughness? Details

Gilded Ambusher is a 4/2 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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