Quick Answer

Soul Drainer is a uncommon Creature — Giant Wizard from UNK (UNK) costing {5}{B}.

Soul Drainer MTG card

Soul Drainer

Creature — Giant Wizard

Card Text

Deathtouch When Soul Drainer enters the battlefield, destroy target commander an opponent controls. Remove all commander damage that commander dealt to you. (You don't gain life, just treat it as though your commander damage from that commander is zero.)

Card Stats

4/5 uncommon CMC: 6.0 UNK UNK
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Soul Drainer? Basics

Soul Drainer is a Creature — Giant Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Deathtouch When Soul Drainer enters the battlefield, destroy target commander an opponent controls. Remove all commander damage that commander dealt to you. (You don't gain life, just treat it as though your commander damage from that commander is zero.)"

How much mana does Soul Drainer cost to cast? Basics

Soul Drainer has a mana cost of {5}{B}, which equals 6.0 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.

Soul Drainer's mana cost of {5}{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.

Soul Drainer has a mana value of 6.0. 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.

Soul Drainer's current oracle text is: "Deathtouch When Soul Drainer enters the battlefield, destroy target commander an opponent controls. Remove all commander damage that commander dealt to you. (You don't gain life, just treat it as though your commander damage from that commander is zero.)"

What is the current price of Soul Drainer? Pricing

Price data for Soul Drainer is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Soul Drainer? Pricing

You can purchase Soul Drainer 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 Soul Drainer legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Soul Drainer in Standard is not available.

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

Is Soul Drainer legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Soul Drainer in Modern is not available.

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

Is Soul Drainer legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Soul Drainer in Commander is not available.

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

Is Soul Drainer legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Soul Drainer in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Soul Drainer legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Soul Drainer in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Soul Drainer legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Soul Drainer 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 Soul Drainer legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Soul Drainer 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 Soul Drainer from? Details

This printing of Soul Drainer is from UNK (UNK), with collector number UB06.

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

What is Soul Drainer's rarity? Details

Soul Drainer is a uncommon card in UNK.

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

Who illustrated Soul Drainer? Details

Soul Drainer was illustrated by an unknown artist.

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

What is Soul Drainer's power and toughness? Details

Soul Drainer is a 4/5 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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