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Ulcerate
M15 · Magic 2015 #119 · Uncommon · released 2014-07-18
{B}
Instant
Target creature gets -3/-3 until end of turn. You lose 3 life.
"If it were merely lethal, that would be sufficient. The art, however, is in maximizing the suffering it causes."
—Liliana Vess
Ulcerate is an uncommon black instant from Magic 2015 (2014). It has been printed 4 times across 4 sets, from 2014 to 2024. Recent market prices range from $0.11 to $0.92 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic and Brawl.
USD$0.17
USD Foil$0.92
Format legality
Where you can play Ulcerate in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (4)
Prices range from $0.11 to $0.92 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Jumpstart 2022 at $0.11.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic 2015 This page | 119 | Uncommon | $0.17 | $0.92 |
| Iconic Masters | 112 | Uncommon | $0.27 | $0.36 |
| Jumpstart 2022 | 481 | Uncommon | $0.11 | — |
| Foundations Jumpstart | 499 | Uncommon | $0.30 | — |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2017-11-17The loss of life isn't a cost. If the target creature is an illegal target when Ulcerate tries to resolve, it won't resolve and none of its effects will happen. You won't lose any life.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ulcerate legal in Commander?
Yes — Ulcerate is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Ulcerate legal in?
Ulcerate is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic and Brawl.
How many times has Ulcerate been printed?
Ulcerate has been printed 4 times across 4 sets, from 2014 to 2024.
What is the cheapest printing of Ulcerate?
The cheapest printing is Jumpstart 2022 (#481) at about $0.11.
Who illustrated Ulcerate?
This printing of Ulcerate was illustrated by Johann Bodin.