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Seifer, Balamb Rival is a rare Legendary Creature — Human Mercenary from FIC (FIC) costing {2}{B}{R}. Current price: $3.4 USD.

Seifer, Balamb Rival MTG card

Seifer, Balamb Rival

Legendary Creature — Human Mercenary

Card Text

First strike Whenever you attack a player, goad target creature that player controls. Whenever a creature attacking one of your opponents becomes blocked by two or more creatures, that attacking creature gains deathtouch until end of turn.

Card Stats

4/3 rare CMC: 4.0 FIC FIC 🎨 Lius Lasahido
First strike Goad

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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Seifer, Balamb Rival? Basics

Seifer, Balamb Rival is a Legendary Creature — Human Mercenary card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "First strike Whenever you attack a player, goad target creature that player controls. Whenever a creature attacking one of your opponents becomes blocked by two or more creatures, that attacking creature gains deathtouch until end of turn."

How much mana does Seifer, Balamb Rival cost to cast? Basics

Seifer, Balamb Rival has a mana cost of {2}{B}{R}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, R 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.

Seifer, Balamb Rival's mana cost of {2}{B}{R} 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.

Seifer, Balamb Rival 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.

Seifer, Balamb Rival's current oracle text is: "First strike Whenever you attack a player, goad target creature that player controls. Whenever a creature attacking one of your opponents becomes blocked by two or more creatures, that attacking creature gains deathtouch until end of turn."

What is the current price of Seifer, Balamb Rival? Pricing

The current market price for Seifer, Balamb Rival is approximately $3.4 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $2.89 USD.

Where can I buy Seifer, Balamb Rival? Pricing

You can purchase Seifer, Balamb Rival 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.

Seifer, Balamb Rival normal: $3.4 | foil: $2.89

Is Seifer, Balamb Rival legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Seifer, Balamb Rival in Standard is not available.

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

Is Seifer, Balamb Rival legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Seifer, Balamb Rival in Modern is not available.

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

Is Seifer, Balamb Rival legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Seifer, Balamb Rival in Commander is not available.

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

Is Seifer, Balamb Rival legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Seifer, Balamb Rival in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Seifer, Balamb Rival legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Seifer, Balamb Rival in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Seifer, Balamb Rival legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Seifer, Balamb Rival 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 Seifer, Balamb Rival legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Seifer, Balamb Rival 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 Seifer, Balamb Rival from? Details

This printing of Seifer, Balamb Rival is from FIC (FIC), with collector number 451.

Seifer, Balamb Rival may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Seifer, Balamb Rival's rarity? Details

Seifer, Balamb Rival is a rare card in FIC.

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

Who illustrated Seifer, Balamb Rival? Details

Seifer, Balamb Rival was illustrated by Lius Lasahido.

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

What is Seifer, Balamb Rival's power and toughness? Details

Seifer, Balamb Rival is a 4/3 creature.

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

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