Cephalid Retainer
Magic: The Gathering | Odyssey - Singles
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| Rarity | R |
| Number | 73 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | Odyssey |
| Available | 48 items |
| From | $0.38 |
| Type | Creature — Cephalid |
Format Legality
| Seller | Condition | Card price | Stock | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
LP | $0.50 | 17 | ||
MP | $0.50 | 3 | ||
HP | $0.50 | 3 | ||
LP | $0.38 | 24 | Unavailable | |
LPFoil | $4.52 | 1 | Unavailable |
About Cephalid Retainer
Cephalid Retainer from Odyssey is currently available from around $0.30. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
Mana Cost
Mana Value 4Color Identity
BluePower / Toughness
Card Text
: Tap target creature without flying.
Flavor Text
Cephalids whisper flattery in your ear, put jewels in your hand, spin dreams in your head, and stick knives in your back.
Card Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Cephalid Retainer worth?
Cephalid Retainer is currently shown on Card Synced from about $0.30 for Odyssey. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
Cephalid Retainer currently shows mostly this printing in this view, which can help when comparing direct availability and condition.
Is Cephalid Retainer legal in Commander?
Cephalid Retainer is legal in Commander. Check the legality table for the full format matrix for this printing.
Is Cephalid Retainer legal in Modern, Pioneer, or Vintage?
This card can differ across formats. Card Synced shows a live legality snapshot from Oracle and updates it as rulings change. Use the legality table above to confirm full format details before buying.
Is Cephalid Retainer on the Reserved List?
No. Cephalid Retainer is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Cephalid Retainer in-game text?
In game, Cephalid Retainer is a Creature — Octopus with text that starts: "{U}{U}: Tap target creature without flying.".
How popular is Cephalid Retainer in Commander decks?
Cephalid Retainer ranks #26,218 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
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Searchers looking for Cephalid Retainer legality or value usually care about the same things: current format status, available printings, and whether the card is seeing fresh demand from Commander, Modern, or Pioneer players. This page keeps those signals together.