Quick Answer

Hound of the Farbogs is a common Creature — Zombie Dog from SOI (SOI) costing {4}{B}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Hound of the Farbogs MTG card

Hound of the Farbogs

Creature — Zombie Dog

Card Text

Delirium — This creature has menace as long as there are four or more card types among cards in your graveyard. (A creature with menace can't be blocked except by two or more creatures.)

As you hear it baying in the distance, you'll feel its breath on your neck.

Card Stats

5/3 common CMC: 5.0 SOI SOI 🎨 Christine Choi
Delirium

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$0.13
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hound of the Farbogs? Basics

Hound of the Farbogs is a Creature — Zombie Dog card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Delirium — This creature has menace as long as there are four or more card types among cards in your graveyard. (A creature with menace can't be blocked except by two or more creatures.)"

How much mana does Hound of the Farbogs cost to cast? Basics

Hound of the Farbogs has a mana cost of {4}{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.

Hound of the Farbogs's mana cost of {4}{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.

Hound of the Farbogs 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.

Hound of the Farbogs's current oracle text is: "Delirium — This creature has menace as long as there are four or more card types among cards in your graveyard. (A creature with menace can't be blocked except by two or more creatures.)"

What is the current price of Hound of the Farbogs? Pricing

The current market price for Hound of the Farbogs is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.13 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.03 EUR.

Where can I buy Hound of the Farbogs? Pricing

You can purchase Hound of the Farbogs 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.

Hound of the Farbogs normal: $0.05 | foil: $0.13

Is Hound of the Farbogs legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Hound of the Farbogs in Standard is not available.

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

Is Hound of the Farbogs legal in Modern? Legality

Hound of the Farbogs is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Hound of the Farbogs legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Hound of the Farbogs 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 Hound of the Farbogs legal in Pioneer? Legality

Hound of the Farbogs is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Hound of the Farbogs legal in Legacy? Legality

Hound of the Farbogs is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Hound of the Farbogs legal in Vintage? Legality

Hound of the Farbogs 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 Hound of the Farbogs legal in Pauper? Legality

Hound of the Farbogs is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Hound of the Farbogs from? Details

This printing of Hound of the Farbogs is from SOI (SOI), with collector number 117.

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

What is Hound of the Farbogs's rarity? Details

Hound of the Farbogs is a common card in SOI.

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

Who illustrated Hound of the Farbogs? Details

Hound of the Farbogs was illustrated by Christine Choi.

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

What is Hound of the Farbogs's power and toughness? Details

Hound of the Farbogs is a 5/3 creature.

Power (5) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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