Quick Answer

Puppet Raiser is a mythic Creature — Zombie Wizard from YMID (YMID) costing {3}{B}.

Puppet Raiser MTG card

Puppet Raiser

Creature — Zombie Wizard

Card Text

At the beginning of your end step, exile up to one target creature card from your graveyard. If you do, seek a creature card with mana value equal to the mana value of that card plus one. That card perpetually gains menace.

Card Stats

3/4 mythic CMC: 4.0 YMID YMID 🎨 Ângelo Bortolini
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Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Puppet Raiser? Basics

Puppet Raiser is a Creature — Zombie Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "At the beginning of your end step, exile up to one target creature card from your graveyard. If you do, seek a creature card with mana value equal to the mana value of that card plus one. That card perpetually gains menace."

How much mana does Puppet Raiser cost to cast? Basics

Puppet Raiser has a mana cost of {3}{B}, which equals 4.0 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.

Puppet Raiser's mana cost of {3}{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.

Puppet Raiser 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.

Puppet Raiser's current oracle text is: "At the beginning of your end step, exile up to one target creature card from your graveyard. If you do, seek a creature card with mana value equal to the mana value of that card plus one. That card perpetually gains menace."

What is the current price of Puppet Raiser? Pricing

Price data for Puppet Raiser is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Puppet Raiser? Pricing

You can purchase Puppet Raiser 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 Puppet Raiser legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Puppet Raiser in Standard is not available.

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

Is Puppet Raiser legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Puppet Raiser in Modern is not available.

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

Is Puppet Raiser legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Puppet Raiser in Commander is not available.

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

Is Puppet Raiser legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Puppet Raiser in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Puppet Raiser legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Puppet Raiser in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Puppet Raiser legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Puppet Raiser 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 Puppet Raiser legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Puppet Raiser 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 Puppet Raiser from? Details

This printing of Puppet Raiser is from YMID (YMID), with collector number 31.

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

What is Puppet Raiser's rarity? Details

Puppet Raiser is a mythic card in YMID.

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

Who illustrated Puppet Raiser? Details

Puppet Raiser was illustrated by Ângelo Bortolini.

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

What is Puppet Raiser's power and toughness? Details

Puppet Raiser 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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