Quick Answer

Serpent of the Pass is a uncommon Creature — Serpent from TLA (TLA) costing {5}{U}{U}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Serpent of the Pass MTG card

Serpent of the Pass

Creature — Serpent

Card Text

If there are three or more Lesson cards in your graveyard, you may cast this spell as though it had flash. This spell costs {1} less to cast for each noncreature, nonland card in your graveyard.

Those who walk the Serpent's Pass quickly discover the origin of its name.

Card Stats

6/5 uncommon CMC: 7.0 TLA TLA 🎨 Eiji Kaneda

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$0.05
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$0.17
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.13
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€0.26
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Serpent of the Pass? Basics

Serpent of the Pass is a Creature — Serpent card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "If there are three or more Lesson cards in your graveyard, you may cast this spell as though it had flash. This spell costs {1} less to cast for each noncreature, nonland card in your graveyard."

How much mana does Serpent of the Pass cost to cast? Basics

Serpent of the Pass has a mana cost of {5}{U}{U}, which equals 7.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U 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.

Serpent of the Pass's mana cost of {5}{U}{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.

Serpent of the Pass 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.

Serpent of the Pass's current oracle text is: "If there are three or more Lesson cards in your graveyard, you may cast this spell as though it had flash. This spell costs {1} less to cast for each noncreature, nonland card in your graveyard."

What is the current price of Serpent of the Pass? Pricing

The current market price for Serpent of the Pass is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.17 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.13 EUR.

Where can I buy Serpent of the Pass? Pricing

You can purchase Serpent of the Pass 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.

Serpent of the Pass normal: $0.05 | foil: $0.17

Is Serpent of the Pass legal in Standard? Legality

Serpent of the Pass is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Serpent of the Pass legal in Modern? Legality

Serpent of the Pass is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Serpent of the Pass legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Serpent of the Pass 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 Serpent of the Pass legal in Pioneer? Legality

Serpent of the Pass is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Serpent of the Pass legal in Legacy? Legality

Serpent of the Pass is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Serpent of the Pass legal in Vintage? Legality

Serpent of the Pass 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 Serpent of the Pass legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Serpent of the Pass 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 Serpent of the Pass from? Details

This printing of Serpent of the Pass is from TLA (TLA), with collector number 70.

Serpent of the Pass may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Serpent of the Pass's rarity? Details

Serpent of the Pass is a uncommon card in TLA.

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

Who illustrated Serpent of the Pass? Details

Serpent of the Pass was illustrated by Eiji Kaneda.

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

What is Serpent of the Pass's power and toughness? Details

Serpent of the Pass is a 6/5 creature.

Power (6) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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