Merciless Executioner
Merciless Executioner Price Summary
As of Aug 8, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Merciless Executioner is $0.36 (FRF #76), and the most expensive is $33.50 (FRF #76, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $0.39, up 2.6% over 7 days, down 2.5% over 30 days, down 13.3% over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $10.15 (2026).
Merciless Executioner Printings & Prices
Merciless Executioner has 4 tracked printings across 4 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes, including borderless treatments.
Sell Merciless Executioner: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $8.50 cash for SLD #1025 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 39% (normal).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | SLD #1025 | Foil | $8.50 | $13.99 | 39% |
| CoolStuffInc | SLD #1025 | Foil | $7.50 | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | FRF #76 | Foil | $5.50 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | FRF #76 | Foil | $4.50 | $8.99 | 50% |
| Card Kingdom | SLD #1025 | Nonfoil | $3.80 | $7.49 | 49% |
| Card Kingdom | LTC #204 | Nonfoil | $0.40 | $0.99 | 60% |
| Card Kingdom | PLST #FRF-76 | Nonfoil | $0.30 | $0.99 | 70% |
| Card Kingdom | FRF #76 | Nonfoil | $0.26 | $1.29 | 80% |
| CoolStuffInc | LTC #204 | Nonfoil | $0.10 | — | — |
Merciless Executioner Rules Text & Legality
When this creature enters, each player sacrifices a creature of their choice.
Merciless Executioner is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard and Pauper.
Merciless Executioner Rulings
- Nov 24, 2014 If you control no other creatures as Merciless Executioner's ability resolves, you'll have to sacrifice Merciless Executioner.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Merciless Executioner has been reprinted 6 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| LTC #204 | 2023-06-23 | Uncommon | Standard |
| PLST #FRF-76 | 2022-04-29 | Uncommon | Standard |
| SLD #1025 | 2021-06-21 | Rare | Borderless |
| SLD #1025 | 2021-06-21 | Rare | Borderless |
| FRF #76 | 2015-01-23 | Uncommon | Standard |
| FRF #76 | 2015-01-23 | Uncommon | Standard |
LTC #204 
PLST #FRF-76 
SLD #1025 
FRF #76 Merciless Executioner in Commander
Merciless Executioner is the #2,214 most-played card on EDHREC, down 2 places over the last 30 days.
Merciless Executioner FAQ
How much is Merciless Executioner worth?
Merciless Executioner is worth about $0.39 for its cheapest playable printing as of Aug 8, 2026. Prices range from $0.36 to $33.50 across 4 tracked printings.
Is Merciless Executioner legal in Commander?
Yes — Merciless Executioner is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Pioneer, Modern and Legacy.
Has Merciless Executioner been reprinted?
Yes — Merciless Executioner has been reprinted 6 times, with 4 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Merciless Executioner cheap?
Merciless Executioner trades at about $0.39 — 6 reprints keep supply plentiful.