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Giant Mantis
CREATURE — INSECT Common
Mirage EDHREC #26,633
$0.08
+0.0%
7 days
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Giant Mantis price history chart, default range 3 months. currently $0.08.
Giant Mantis Price Summary
Giant Mantis's current headline price is $0.08.
Giant Mantis Printings & Prices
2 printings
Giant Mantis has 2 tracked printings across 2 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes.
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3 offers
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | BFZ #173 | Foil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | BFZ #173 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | MIR #218 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
Giant Mantis Rules Text & Legality
View on Scryfall ↗Reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.)
""I always thought the great insects of Tazeem were frightening until I saw the Eldrazi. Now I welcome the sight of mantises perched in the treetops."
—Ryza, Oran-Rief scout"
Giant Mantis is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Commander and Pauper, and not legal in Standard.
standard
Not legal
pioneer
Legal
modern
Legal
legacy
Legal
commander
Legal
pauper
Legal
Reprints & Reprint Risk
3 printings
Giant Mantis has been reprinted 3 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFZ #173 | 2015-10-02 | Common | Standard |
| BFZ #173 | 2015-10-02 | Common | Standard |
| MIR #218 | 1996-10-08 | Common | Standard |
BFZ #173 Giant Mantis in Commander
Giant Mantis is the #26,633 most-played card on EDHREC, down 467 places over the last 30 days.
Giant Mantis FAQ
How much is Giant Mantis worth?
Giant Mantis is worth about $0.08 for its cheapest playable printing as of Sep 23, 2026.
Is Giant Mantis legal in Commander?
Yes — Giant Mantis is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy and Pauper.
Has Giant Mantis been reprinted?
Yes — Giant Mantis has been reprinted 3 times, with 2 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Giant Mantis cheap?
Giant Mantis trades at about $0.08 — 3 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#26,633 on EDHREC).