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Abyssal Gatekeeper
CREATURE — HORROR Common
Weatherlight EDHREC #11,009
$0.29
+3.6%
7 days
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Abyssal Gatekeeper price history chart, default range 3 months. currently $0.29.
Abyssal Gatekeeper Price Summary
Abyssal Gatekeeper's current headline price is $0.29.
Abyssal Gatekeeper Printings & Prices
3 printings
Abyssal Gatekeeper has 3 tracked printings across 3 sets, in nonfoil finishes.
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Sell Abyssal Gatekeeper: Buylist Offers
7 offers
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | DVD #31 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | DDC #31 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | DDC #31 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | WTH #59 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| starcitygames | DDC #31 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| starcitygames | DVD #31 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| starcitygames | WTH #59 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
Abyssal Gatekeeper Rules Text & Legality
View on Scryfall ↗When this creature dies, each player sacrifices a creature of their choice.
""There are two ways for me to pass this gate. One involves you remaining conscious."
—Gerrard of the *Weatherlight*"
Abyssal Gatekeeper is legal in Legacy, Commander and Pauper, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer and Modern.
standard
Not legal
pioneer
Not legal
modern
Not legal
legacy
Legal
commander
Legal
pauper
Legal
Abyssal Gatekeeper Rulings
2 most recent
- Apr 1, 2008 The player whose turn it is chooses a creature to sacrifice, then each other player in turn order chooses a creature to sacrifice, then all chosen creatures are sacrificed at the same time.
- Oct 4, 2004 The "sacrifice a creature" effect is not targeted. It can affect creatures with protection from black, for example.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
3 printings
Abyssal Gatekeeper has been reprinted 3 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| DVD #31 | 2014-12-05 | Common | Standard |
| DDC #31 | 2009-04-10 | Common | Standard |
| WTH #59 | 1997-06-09 | Common | Standard |
DVD #31 
DDC #31 Abyssal Gatekeeper in Commander
Abyssal Gatekeeper is the #11,009 most-played card on EDHREC, down 86 places over the last 30 days.
Abyssal Gatekeeper FAQ
How much is Abyssal Gatekeeper worth?
Abyssal Gatekeeper is worth about $0.29 for its cheapest playable printing as of Sep 22, 2026.
Is Abyssal Gatekeeper legal in Commander?
Yes — Abyssal Gatekeeper is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Legacy and Pauper.
Has Abyssal Gatekeeper been reprinted?
Yes — Abyssal Gatekeeper has been reprinted 3 times, with 3 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Abyssal Gatekeeper cheap?
Abyssal Gatekeeper trades at about $0.29 — 3 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#11,009 on EDHREC).