Is Sheoldred, the Apocalypse legal in Standard, Modern, and Commander?

Sheoldred, the Apocalypse is legal in: Modern, Pioneer, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Historic.

Sheoldred, the Apocalypse

Q: What type of card is Sheoldred, the Apocalypse?

Sheoldred, the Apocalypse is a Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Praetor. Its oracle text reads: "Deathtouch Whenever you draw a card, you gain 2 life. Whenever an opponent draws a card, they lose 2 life. *"Gix failed. I shall not."* Power/Toughness: 4/5"

Legendary Creature — Phyrexian Praetor

Deathtouch

Whenever you draw a card, you gain 2 life.

Whenever an opponent draws a card, they lose 2 life.

*"Gix failed. I shall not."*

Power/Toughness: 4/5

Set Dominaria United

Rarity Mythic Rare

Mana Value 4

Artist Chris Rahn

Collector # 107

Scryfall

Standard	Not legal
Pioneer	Legal
Modern	Legal
Legacy	Legal
Vintage	Legal
Commander	Legal
Pauper	Not legal
Historic	Legal

Why Play Sheoldred, the Apocalypse

A powerful midrange threat that creates immediate board presence while punishing opponents for their natural card draw. Black midrange and control decks leverage her ability to stabilize games by gaining life from their own card selection while pressuring opponents who rely on card advantage engines. Her 4/5 deathtouch body trades favorably with most creatures while her triggered abilities create a meaningful clock that forces opponents to play more conservatively around their draw steps.

Format Notes

Dominant in Pioneer and Modern where she serves as both a win condition and hate piece against combo decks that draw multiple cards per turn. Her presence in the meta has forced players to reconsider cards like Opt and other cantrips, as the life swing can be significant over multiple turns. While legal in Legacy and Vintage, faster combo decks and more efficient removal limit her impact in those formats, though she remains a solid Commander staple for black-based strategies.

Combos & Synergies

Pairs exceptionally well with Ob Nixilis, the Adversary to create overwhelming card advantage while draining opponents rapidly. Howling Mine effects become asymmetrical weapons, forcing opponents into difficult positions where drawing cards becomes painful. Consider Font of Mythos or similar symmetrical draw engines to weaponize her ability, turning card advantage into a liability for opponents while fueling your own strategy with life gain.