Quick Answer

Apocalypse Runner is a uncommon Artifact — Vehicle from DFT (DFT) costing {2}{B}{R}. Current price: $0.04 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Apocalypse Runner MTG card

Apocalypse Runner

Artifact — Vehicle

Card Text

{T}: Target creature you control with power 2 or less gains lifelink until end of turn and can't be blocked this turn. Crew 3 (Tap any number of creatures you control with total power 3 or more: This Vehicle becomes an artifact creature until end of turn.)

"Don't avoid the wreck. Survive it." —Far Fortune

Card Stats

6/5 uncommon CMC: 4.0 DFT DFT 🎨 Aaron J. Riley
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Market Prices

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$0.04
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$0.15
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.04
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€0.02
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Apocalypse Runner? Basics

Apocalypse Runner is a Artifact — Vehicle card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{T}: Target creature you control with power 2 or less gains lifelink until end of turn and can't be blocked this turn. Crew 3 (Tap any number of creatures you control with total power 3 or more: This Vehicle becomes an artifact creature until end of turn.)"

How much mana does Apocalypse Runner cost to cast? Basics

Apocalypse Runner has a mana cost of {2}{B}{R}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, R 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.

Apocalypse Runner's mana cost of {2}{B}{R} 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.

Apocalypse Runner has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Apocalypse Runner's current oracle text is: "{T}: Target creature you control with power 2 or less gains lifelink until end of turn and can't be blocked this turn. Crew 3 (Tap any number of creatures you control with total power 3 or more: This Vehicle becomes an artifact creature until end of turn.)"

What is the current price of Apocalypse Runner? Pricing

The current market price for Apocalypse Runner is approximately $0.04 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.15 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.04 EUR.

Where can I buy Apocalypse Runner? Pricing

You can purchase Apocalypse Runner 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.

Apocalypse Runner normal: $0.04 | foil: $0.15

Is Apocalypse Runner legal in Standard? Legality

Apocalypse Runner is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Apocalypse Runner legal in Modern? Legality

Apocalypse Runner is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Apocalypse Runner legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Apocalypse Runner 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 Apocalypse Runner legal in Pioneer? Legality

Apocalypse Runner is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Apocalypse Runner legal in Legacy? Legality

Apocalypse Runner is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Apocalypse Runner legal in Vintage? Legality

Apocalypse Runner 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 Apocalypse Runner legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Apocalypse Runner 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 Apocalypse Runner from? Details

This printing of Apocalypse Runner is from DFT (DFT), with collector number 188.

Apocalypse Runner may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Apocalypse Runner's rarity? Details

Apocalypse Runner is a uncommon card in DFT.

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

Who illustrated Apocalypse Runner? Details

Apocalypse Runner was illustrated by Aaron J. Riley.

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

What is Apocalypse Runner's power and toughness? Details

Apocalypse Runner is a 6/5 creature.

Power (6) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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