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Phantasmagorian is a uncommon Creature — Horror from PLC (PLC) costing {5}{B}{B}. Current price: $0.2 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Phantasmagorian MTG card

Phantasmagorian

Creature — Horror

Card Text

When you cast this spell, any player may discard three cards. If a player does, counter Phantasmagorian. Discard three cards: Return this card from your graveyard to your hand.

Card Stats

6/6 uncommon CMC: 7.0 PLC PLC 🎨 Steve Ellis

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$0.20
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$6.43
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$0.35
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$5.99
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€0.24
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€3.00
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Prices updated: 2026-03-04
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Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Phantasmagorian? Basics

Phantasmagorian is a Creature — Horror card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When you cast this spell, any player may discard three cards. If a player does, counter Phantasmagorian. Discard three cards: Return this card from your graveyard to your hand."

How much mana does Phantasmagorian cost to cast? Basics

Phantasmagorian has a mana cost of {5}{B}{B}, which equals 7.0 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.

Phantasmagorian's mana cost of {5}{B}{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.

Phantasmagorian has a mana value of 7.0. 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.

Phantasmagorian's current oracle text is: "When you cast this spell, any player may discard three cards. If a player does, counter Phantasmagorian. Discard three cards: Return this card from your graveyard to your hand."

What is the current price of Phantasmagorian? Pricing

The current market price for Phantasmagorian is approximately $0.2 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $6.43 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.24 EUR.

Where can I buy Phantasmagorian? Pricing

You can purchase Phantasmagorian 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.

Phantasmagorian normal: $0.2 | foil: $6.43

Is Phantasmagorian legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Phantasmagorian in Standard is not available.

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

Is Phantasmagorian legal in Modern? Legality

Phantasmagorian is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Phantasmagorian legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Phantasmagorian 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 Phantasmagorian legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Phantasmagorian in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Phantasmagorian legal in Legacy? Legality

Phantasmagorian is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Phantasmagorian legal in Vintage? Legality

Phantasmagorian 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 Phantasmagorian legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Phantasmagorian 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 Phantasmagorian from? Details

This printing of Phantasmagorian is from PLC (PLC), with collector number 77.

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

What is Phantasmagorian's rarity? Details

Phantasmagorian is a uncommon card in PLC.

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

Who illustrated Phantasmagorian? Details

Phantasmagorian was illustrated by Steve Ellis.

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

What is Phantasmagorian's power and toughness? Details

Phantasmagorian is a 6/6 creature.

Power (6) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (6) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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