Mtenda Griffin (MIR #28)
Mtenda Griffin is a uncommon printing from Mirage (MIR #28), a Creature — Griffin. Illustrated by Janine Johnston.
Card text
Flying
{W}, {T}: Return this creature to its owner's hand and return target Griffin card from your graveyard to your hand. Activate only during your upkeep.
"Unlike Zhalfir, the griffin needs no council to keep harmony among its parts."
—Asmira, Holy Avenger
Details
| Mana cost | {3}{W} |
|---|---|
| Type | Creature — Griffin |
| Power / Toughness | 2 / 2 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| Set | Mirage (MIR) |
| Collector number | 28 |
| Artist | Janine Johnston |
| Released | 1996-10-08 |
Current price
As of 2026-10-19, Scryfall listed this printing at non-foil $0.30 (USD). Prices change constantly, so check the live price before buying.
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Legality
| Standard | Not legal |
|---|---|
| Future Standard | Not legal |
| Historic | Not legal |
| Timeless | Not legal |
| Gladiator | Not legal |
| Pioneer | Not legal |
| Modern | Not legal |
| Legacy | Legal |
| Pauper | Not legal |
| Vintage | Legal |
| Penny Dreadful | Not legal |
| Commander | Legal |
| Oathbreaker | Legal |
| Standard Brawl | Not legal |
| Brawl | Not legal |
| Competitive Brawl | Not legal |
| Alchemy | Not legal |
| Pauper Commander | Not legal |
| Duel Commander | Legal |
| Old School | Not legal |
| Premodern | Legal |
| PrEDH | Legal |
| TLR | Not legal |
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Rulings
- October 4, 2004 — Must have a Griffin in the graveyard to use this ability because it requires a target.