Quick Answer

Agent of the Fates is a rare Creature — Human Assassin from THS (THS) costing {1}{B}{B}. Current price: $0.2 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Agent of the Fates MTG card

Agent of the Fates

Creature — Human Assassin

Card Text

Deathtouch Heroic — Whenever you cast a spell that targets this creature, each opponent sacrifices a creature of their choice.

"You are breathing borrowed air."

Card Stats

3/2 rare CMC: 3.0 THS THS 🎨 Matt Stewart
Deathtouch Heroic

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.20
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TCGPlayer
$0.94
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.33
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Cardmarket
€1.01
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Agent of the Fates? Basics

Agent of the Fates is a Creature — Human Assassin card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Deathtouch Heroic — Whenever you cast a spell that targets this creature, each opponent sacrifices a creature of their choice."

How much mana does Agent of the Fates cost to cast? Basics

Agent of the Fates has a mana cost of {1}{B}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Agent of the Fates's mana cost of {1}{B}{B} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Agent of the Fates has a mana value of 3.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Agent of the Fates's current oracle text is: "Deathtouch Heroic — Whenever you cast a spell that targets this creature, each opponent sacrifices a creature of their choice."

What is the current price of Agent of the Fates? Pricing

The current market price for Agent of the Fates is approximately $0.2 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.94 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.33 EUR.

Where can I buy Agent of the Fates? Pricing

You can purchase Agent of the Fates from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Agent of the Fates normal: $0.2 | foil: $0.94

Is Agent of the Fates legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Agent of the Fates in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Agent of the Fates legal in Modern? Legality

Agent of the Fates is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Agent of the Fates legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Agent of the Fates is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Agent of the Fates legal in Pioneer? Legality

Agent of the Fates is Legal in Pioneer format.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Agent of the Fates legal in Legacy? Legality

Agent of the Fates is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Agent of the Fates legal in Vintage? Legality

Agent of the Fates is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Agent of the Fates legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Agent of the Fates in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Agent of the Fates from? Details

This printing of Agent of the Fates is from THS (THS), with collector number 76.

Agent of the Fates may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Agent of the Fates's rarity? Details

Agent of the Fates is a rare card in THS.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Agent of the Fates? Details

Agent of the Fates was illustrated by Matt Stewart.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Agent of the Fates's power and toughness? Details

Agent of the Fates is a 3/2 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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