Quick Answer

Zealot il-Vec is a common Creature — Human Rebel from TSP (TSP) costing {2}{W}. Current price: $0.13 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Zealot il-Vec MTG card

Zealot il-Vec

Creature — Human Rebel

Card Text

Shadow (This creature can block or be blocked by only creatures with shadow.) Whenever this creature attacks and isn't blocked, you may have it deal 1 damage to target creature. If you do, prevent all combat damage this creature would deal this turn.

Card Stats

1/1 common CMC: 3.0 TSP TSP 🎨 Chippy
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$0.13
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$1.57
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$0.35
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$0.79
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€0.11
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€0.39
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zealot il-Vec? Basics

Zealot il-Vec is a Creature — Human Rebel card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Shadow (This creature can block or be blocked by only creatures with shadow.) Whenever this creature attacks and isn't blocked, you may have it deal 1 damage to target creature. If you do, prevent all combat damage this creature would deal this turn."

How much mana does Zealot il-Vec cost to cast? Basics

Zealot il-Vec has a mana cost of {2}{W}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

Zealot il-Vec's mana cost of {2}{W} 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.

Zealot il-Vec has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Zealot il-Vec's current oracle text is: "Shadow (This creature can block or be blocked by only creatures with shadow.) Whenever this creature attacks and isn't blocked, you may have it deal 1 damage to target creature. If you do, prevent all combat damage this creature would deal this turn."

What is the current price of Zealot il-Vec? Pricing

The current market price for Zealot il-Vec is approximately $0.13 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.57 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.11 EUR.

Where can I buy Zealot il-Vec? Pricing

You can purchase Zealot il-Vec 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.

Zealot il-Vec normal: $0.13 | foil: $1.57

Is Zealot il-Vec legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Zealot il-Vec in Standard is not available.

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

Is Zealot il-Vec legal in Modern? Legality

Zealot il-Vec is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Zealot il-Vec legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Zealot il-Vec 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 Zealot il-Vec legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Zealot il-Vec in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Zealot il-Vec legal in Legacy? Legality

Zealot il-Vec is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Zealot il-Vec legal in Vintage? Legality

Zealot il-Vec 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 Zealot il-Vec legal in Pauper? Legality

Zealot il-Vec is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Zealot il-Vec from? Details

This printing of Zealot il-Vec is from TSP (TSP), with collector number 47.

Zealot il-Vec may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Zealot il-Vec's rarity? Details

Zealot il-Vec is a common card in TSP.

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

Who illustrated Zealot il-Vec? Details

Zealot il-Vec was illustrated by Chippy.

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

What is Zealot il-Vec's power and toughness? Details

Zealot il-Vec is a 1/1 creature.

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

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