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Hylda of the Icy Crown is a mythic Legendary Creature — Human Warlock from PURL (PURL) costing {2}{W}{U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Hylda of the Icy Crown MTG card

Hylda of the Icy Crown

Legendary Creature — Human Warlock

Card Text

Whenever you tap an untapped creature an opponent controls, you may pay {1}. When you do, choose one — • Create a 4/4 white and blue Elemental creature token. • Put a +1/+1 counter on each creature you control. • Scry 2, then draw a card.

Card Stats

3/4 mythic CMC: 4.0 PURL PURL 🎨 Yakotakos
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Prices updated: 2025-12-13

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hylda of the Icy Crown? Basics

Hylda of the Icy Crown is a Legendary Creature — Human Warlock card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever you tap an untapped creature an opponent controls, you may pay {1}. When you do, choose one — • Create a 4/4 white and blue Elemental creature token. • Put a +1/+1 counter on each creature you control. • Scry 2, then draw a card."

How much mana does Hylda of the Icy Crown cost to cast? Basics

Hylda of the Icy Crown has a mana cost of {2}{W}{U}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U, 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.

Hylda of the Icy Crown's mana cost of {2}{W}{U} 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.

Hylda of the Icy Crown has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Hylda of the Icy Crown's current oracle text is: "Whenever you tap an untapped creature an opponent controls, you may pay {1}. When you do, choose one — • Create a 4/4 white and blue Elemental creature token. • Put a +1/+1 counter on each creature you control. • Scry 2, then draw a card."

What is the current price of Hylda of the Icy Crown? Pricing

Price data for Hylda of the Icy Crown is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Hylda of the Icy Crown? Pricing

You can purchase Hylda of the Icy Crown 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 Hylda of the Icy Crown legal in Standard? Legality

Hylda of the Icy Crown is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Hylda of the Icy Crown legal in Modern? Legality

Hylda of the Icy Crown is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Hylda of the Icy Crown legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Hylda of the Icy Crown 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 Hylda of the Icy Crown legal in Pioneer? Legality

Hylda of the Icy Crown is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Hylda of the Icy Crown legal in Legacy? Legality

Hylda of the Icy Crown is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Hylda of the Icy Crown legal in Vintage? Legality

Hylda of the Icy Crown 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 Hylda of the Icy Crown legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Hylda of the Icy Crown 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 Hylda of the Icy Crown from? Details

This printing of Hylda of the Icy Crown is from PURL (PURL), with collector number 2025-1.

Hylda of the Icy Crown may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Hylda of the Icy Crown's rarity? Details

Hylda of the Icy Crown is a mythic card in PURL.

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

Who illustrated Hylda of the Icy Crown? Details

Hylda of the Icy Crown was illustrated by Yakotakos.

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

What is Hylda of the Icy Crown's power and toughness? Details

Hylda of the Icy Crown is a 3/4 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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