Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon is a Mythic Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Dragon Skeleton from Scars of Mirrodin (79) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}{B}{B}. Color identity: B. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $54.24 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon suits collectors and players working on Scars of Mirrodin who need the Mythic slot. Treat $54.24 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon from Scars of Mirrodin?
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon is a Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Dragon Skeleton in Scars of Mirrodin numbered 79. Mana cost {3}{B}{B}. Color identity: B. Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon (79) is a chase-tier Mythic Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Dragon Skeleton in Scars of Mirrodin. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $54.24 for Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon. Low and high spread runs $54.24 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $6.62; foil: $54.24; Normal: $11.64. This printing is from Scars of Mirrodin. Collector number 79 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Scars of Mirrodin |
|---|---|
| Number | 79 |
| Rarity | Mythic |
| TCGPlayer USD | $54.24 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €6.62 |
| cardmarket | $6.62 |
| foil | $54.24 |
| Normal | $11.64 |
Card stats
| Colors | B |
|---|---|
| Power | 4 |
How collectible is Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon?
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon is a Mythic printing in Scars of Mirrodin. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Scars of Mirrodin. Collector number 79 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon?
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon lists as Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Dragon Skeleton with keywords Flying, Infect. Artist: Chippy. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Scars of Mirrodin. Collector number 79 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon (79) is a chase-tier Mythic Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Dragon Skeleton in Scars of Mirrodin. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon is catalogued as Mythic Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Dragon Skeleton in Scars of Mirrodin, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $54.24 across finishes (cardmarket: $6.62; foil: $54.24; Normal: $11.64).
- Mana cost {3}{B}{B} and type line Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Dragon Skeleton help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $54.24 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon from Scars of Mirrodin?
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon is a Mythic Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Dragon Skeleton from Scars of Mirrodin numbered 79 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $54.24 for ungraded Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon?
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon is catalogued as Mythic in Scars of Mirrodin. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon legal in Commander or Standard?
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, modern based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Why does Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon trade at a premium?
Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon combines Mythic scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest.
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