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Nev, the Practical Dean
SOC · Secrets of Strixhaven Commander #41 · Rare · released 2026-04-24
{2}{G}
Legendary Creature — Merfolk Wizard
Creatures you control with counters on them have trample.
Whenever you cast your first spell with {X} in its mana cost each turn, put X +1/+1 counters on Nev.
"Adrix and I have always debated for the betterment of our students. That won't change now we're both deans."
Nev, the Practical Dean is a rare green creature from Secrets of Strixhaven Commander (2026). It has been printed 2 times across 1 set. Recent market prices range from $0.27 to $0.37 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
USD$0.24
Format legality
Where you can play Nev, the Practical Dean in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (2)
Prices range from $0.27 to $0.37 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Secrets of Strixhaven Commander at $0.27.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secrets of Strixhaven Commander | 89 | Rare | $0.37 | — |
| Secrets of Strixhaven Commander This page | 41 | Rare | $0.27 | — |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2026-03-20If you cast your first spell with {X} in its mana cost during a turn before Nev is on the battlefield, casting another spell with {X} in its mana cost later in the turn won't cause his last ability to trigger.
Frequently asked questions
Is Nev, the Practical Dean legal in Commander?
Yes — Nev, the Practical Dean is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Nev, the Practical Dean legal in?
Nev, the Practical Dean is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
How many times has Nev, the Practical Dean been printed?
Nev, the Practical Dean has been printed 2 times across 1 set.
What is the cheapest printing of Nev, the Practical Dean?
The cheapest printing is Secrets of Strixhaven Commander (#41) at about $0.27.
Who illustrated Nev, the Practical Dean?
This printing of Nev, the Practical Dean was illustrated by Lie Setiawan.