Quick Answer

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf is a rare Legendary Creature — Elf Warrior from LRW (LRW) costing {3}{B}{G}. Current price: $1.75 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf MTG card

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf

Legendary Creature — Elf Warrior

Card Text

At the beginning of your upkeep, you may have target opponent discard a card at random. Whenever an opponent discards a card, you may create a 1/1 green Elf Warrior creature token.

A savage hunter with a prince's bearing.

Card Stats

4/4 rare CMC: 5.0 LRW LRW 🎨 Kev Walker

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Market Prices

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$1.75
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TCGPlayer
$23.35
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$2.29
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$22.99
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€1.14
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€10.42
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nath of the Gilt-Leaf? Basics

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf is a Legendary Creature — Elf Warrior card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "At the beginning of your upkeep, you may have target opponent discard a card at random. Whenever an opponent discards a card, you may create a 1/1 green Elf Warrior creature token."

How much mana does Nath of the Gilt-Leaf cost to cast? Basics

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf has a mana cost of {3}{B}{G}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, G 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.

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf's mana cost of {3}{B}{G} 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.

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf 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.

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf's current oracle text is: "At the beginning of your upkeep, you may have target opponent discard a card at random. Whenever an opponent discards a card, you may create a 1/1 green Elf Warrior creature token."

What is the current price of Nath of the Gilt-Leaf? Pricing

The current market price for Nath of the Gilt-Leaf is approximately $1.75 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $23.35 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.14 EUR.

Where can I buy Nath of the Gilt-Leaf? Pricing

You can purchase Nath of the Gilt-Leaf 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.

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf normal: $1.75 | foil: $23.35

Is Nath of the Gilt-Leaf legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Nath of the Gilt-Leaf in Standard is not available.

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

Is Nath of the Gilt-Leaf legal in Modern? Legality

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Nath of the Gilt-Leaf legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf 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 Nath of the Gilt-Leaf legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Nath of the Gilt-Leaf in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Nath of the Gilt-Leaf legal in Legacy? Legality

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Nath of the Gilt-Leaf legal in Vintage? Legality

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf 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 Nath of the Gilt-Leaf legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Nath of the Gilt-Leaf 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 Nath of the Gilt-Leaf from? Details

This printing of Nath of the Gilt-Leaf is from LRW (LRW), with collector number 250.

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Nath of the Gilt-Leaf's rarity? Details

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf is a rare card in LRW.

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

Who illustrated Nath of the Gilt-Leaf? Details

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf was illustrated by Kev Walker.

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

What is Nath of the Gilt-Leaf's power and toughness? Details

Nath of the Gilt-Leaf is a 4/4 creature.

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

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