Dread — Frequently Asked Questions
9 common questions about Dread in MTG — View Dread
What does Dread do?
Dread is a Creature — Elemental Incarnation. Its Oracle text reads: "Fear (This creature can't be blocked except by artifact creatures and/or black creatures.) Whenever a creature deals damage to you, destroy it. When Dread is put into a graveyard from anywhere, shuffle it into its owner's library. Power/Toughness: 6/6" — view the full Oracle text on Scryfall.
What type of card is Dread?
Dread is a Creature — Elemental Incarnation. It is a Rare card from the Lorwyn set. Learn more about Burn in our MTG wiki.
What format is Dread legal in?
Dread is legal in: Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander. Learn more about Modern format in our wiki.
How much does Dread cost?
The current market price for Dread is approximately $7.28 USD. Prices fluctuate based on demand, format legality, and new set releases. View the latest price and price history chart. Buy on TCGPlayer.
What set is Dread from?
Dread was printed in Lorwyn. Browse all cards from Lorwyn.
Is Dread good in Commander?
Yes, Dread is legal in Commander. It has 6 known combos in Commander. See all combos with Dread. Learn more about the Commander format in our wiki.
What are the best combos with Dread?
Dread has 6 known combos. The most popular include: Lich's Mastery + Feast of Sanity + Cabal Initiate (Infinite damage, Infinite draw triggers); Verdant Succession + Ashnod's Altar + Painter's Servant (Infinite colorless mana, Infinite death triggers); Verdant Succession + Phyrexian Altar + Painter's Servant (Infinite colored mana, Infinite death triggers). View all combos with Dread.
What cards are similar to Dread?
There are 20 cards similar to Dread with comparable effects or strategies. Some notable alternatives include Purity, Guile, Hostility. View all cards similar to Dread.
What are budget alternatives to Dread?
Since Dread costs $7.28, you may want to explore more affordable alternatives under $2 that fill a similar role in your deck. View budget alternatives to Dread.
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