Magic: The Gathering

Sylvan Basilisk

Starter 1999 145 • rare

Set: Starter 1999
Collector number: 145
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 3 generic mana green mana green mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Green
Artist: Ron Spencer
Market price: $1.07

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What it's worth

$1.07market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$1.00 – $1.35 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This rare creature card features distinctive artwork that captures the imposing nature of its subject. As a rare item, it is sought after by collectors who value the unique aesthetic contributions that artists bring to the game.

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What it does

Whenever this creature becomes blocked by a creature, destroy that creature.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Sylvan Basilisk was released in the 1999 Starter set, a product line designed by Wizards of the Coast to act as an accessible entry point for new Magic: The Gathering players. Released during a period of rapid growth for the trading card game, the set utilized simplified rules and a distinct aesthetic to introduce the mechanics of creature combat and game-board interaction to a broader audience.

The card features artwork by Ron Spencer, a prominent illustrator known for his visceral and often grotesque style within the game's early years. His depiction of the Sylvan Basilisk emphasizes the creature's lethal nature through heavy shading and a dynamic, predatory posture, capturing the essence of the green-aligned monsters that define the game's creature-heavy strategies. Upon release, the card was well-received by players for its straightforward mechanical utility, serving as a staple example of the 'deathtouch' style of removal that remains a cornerstone of the game today.

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