Quick Answer

Spectral Adversary is a mythic Creature — Spirit from PRM (PRM) costing {1}{U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Spectral Adversary MTG card

Spectral Adversary

Creature — Spirit

Card Text

Flash Flying When this creature enters, you may pay {1}{U} any number of times. When you pay this cost one or more times, put that many +1/+1 counters on this creature, then up to that many other target artifacts, creatures, and/or enchantments phase out.

Card Stats

2/1 mythic CMC: 2.0 PRM PRM 🎨 Uriah Voth
Flash Flying

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Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spectral Adversary? Basics

Spectral Adversary is a Creature — Spirit card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flash Flying When this creature enters, you may pay {1}{U} any number of times. When you pay this cost one or more times, put that many +1/+1 counters on this creature, then up to that many other target artifacts, creatures, and/or enchantments phase out."

How much mana does Spectral Adversary cost to cast? Basics

Spectral Adversary has a mana cost of {1}{U}, which equals 2.0 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.

Spectral Adversary's mana cost of {1}{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.

Spectral Adversary has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Spectral Adversary's current oracle text is: "Flash Flying When this creature enters, you may pay {1}{U} any number of times. When you pay this cost one or more times, put that many +1/+1 counters on this creature, then up to that many other target artifacts, creatures, and/or enchantments phase out."

What is the current price of Spectral Adversary? Pricing

Price data for Spectral Adversary is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Spectral Adversary? Pricing

You can purchase Spectral Adversary 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 Spectral Adversary legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Spectral Adversary in Standard is not available.

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

Is Spectral Adversary legal in Modern? Legality

Spectral Adversary is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Spectral Adversary legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Spectral Adversary 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 Spectral Adversary legal in Pioneer? Legality

Spectral Adversary is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Spectral Adversary legal in Legacy? Legality

Spectral Adversary is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Spectral Adversary legal in Vintage? Legality

Spectral Adversary 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 Spectral Adversary legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Spectral Adversary 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 Spectral Adversary from? Details

This printing of Spectral Adversary is from PRM (PRM), with collector number 93916.

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

What is Spectral Adversary's rarity? Details

Spectral Adversary is a mythic card in PRM.

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

Who illustrated Spectral Adversary? Details

Spectral Adversary was illustrated by Uriah Voth.

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

What is Spectral Adversary's power and toughness? Details

Spectral Adversary is a 2/1 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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