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Shapeshifter — Fifth Edition

Shapeshifter

5ED · Fifth Edition #398 · Uncommon · released 1997-03-24

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Artifact Creature — Shapeshifter
As this creature enters, choose a number between 0 and 7. At the beginning of your upkeep, you may choose a number between 0 and 7. Shapeshifter's power is equal to the last chosen number and its toughness is equal to 7 minus that number.

Shapeshifter is an uncommon creature from Fifth Edition (1997). It has been printed 7 times across 7 sets, from 1994 to 2011. Recent market prices range from $0.21 to $9.37 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.

USD$0.27
IllustratorAdrian Smith
LanguageEN
Layoutnormal
ScryfallView

Format legality

Where you can play Shapeshifter in sanctioned and popular formats.

All printings (7)

Prices range from $0.21 to $9.37 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Fourth Edition at $0.21.

SetNo.RarityPriceFoil
Antiquities64Rare$9.37—
Fourth Edition Foreign Black Border345Uncommon——
Fourth Edition345Uncommon$0.21—
Rinascimento138Uncommon$1.75—
Renaissance157Uncommon$4.99—
Fifth Edition This page398Uncommon$0.25—
Masters Edition IV226Uncommon——

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Rulings

Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (2).

  • 2008-08-01The ability that sets its power and toughness is a characteristic-defining ability. This means it applies before any other effects that modify power and/or toughness.
  • 2008-08-01The ability that lets you choose a new number is a triggered ability that triggers only once each upkeep.

Frequently asked questions

Is Shapeshifter legal in Commander?
Yes — Shapeshifter is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Shapeshifter legal in?
Shapeshifter is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
How many times has Shapeshifter been printed?
Shapeshifter has been printed 7 times across 7 sets, from 1994 to 2011.
What is the cheapest printing of Shapeshifter?
The cheapest printing is Fourth Edition (#345) at about $0.21.
Who illustrated Shapeshifter?
This printing of Shapeshifter was illustrated by Adrian Smith.