Magic: The Gathering

Baleful Strix

Forgotten Realms Commander 177 • rare

Set: Forgotten Realms Commander
Collector number: 177
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: blue mana black mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Black · Blue
Artist: Nils Hamm
Market price: $1.32

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Market

What it's worth

$1.32market price via TCGplayer · Aug 25, 2026$1.14 – $1.43 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This rare card is a staple for those who value efficiency, as its combination of flying and deathtouch creates an immediate defensive presence that discourages opponents from attacking. Because it also replaces itself by drawing a card upon entering the battlefield, it is a highly regarded utility piece that keeps your hand stocked while holding the line.

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Card face

What it does

Flying, deathtouch

When this creature enters, draw a card.

Its beak rends flesh and bone, exposing the tender marrow of dream.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Baleful Strix was originally introduced in the Planechase 2012 set, serving as a signature artifact creature that combined blue and black mana identities. Its inclusion in the Forgotten Realms Commander set represents its status as a staple utility card within the Magic: The Gathering ecosystem, valued for its ability to fly, provide a defensive body, and replace itself by drawing a card upon entry to the battlefield.

The card’s illustration was crafted by Nils Hamm, whose distinctive, atmospheric artistic style is frequently sought after for cards featuring eerie or spectral subjects. The design reflects a classic Dungeons & Dragons-inspired aesthetic, capturing the ominous nature of the creature while maintaining the functional clarity required for high-level play. Its enduring popularity stems from this successful fusion of evocative, dark fantasy art and efficient, reliable gameplay mechanics.

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About

About Baleful Strix

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