Quick Answer

Boros Elite is a uncommon Creature — Human Soldier from GK1 (GK1) costing {W}. Current price: $0.23 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Boros Elite MTG card

Boros Elite

Creature — Human Soldier

Card Text

Battalion — Whenever this creature and at least two other creatures attack, this creature gets +2/+2 until end of turn.

"First, you must fight among the rank and file. It is there I will discern your skills as a leader." —Aurelia, to Gideon Jura

Card Stats

1/1 uncommon CMC: 1.0 GK1 GK1 🎨 Willian Murai
Battalion

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.23
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.32
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Cardmarket
€0.16
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boros Elite? Basics

Boros Elite is a Creature — Human Soldier card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Battalion — Whenever this creature and at least two other creatures attack, this creature gets +2/+2 until end of turn."

How much mana does Boros Elite cost to cast? Basics

Boros Elite has a mana cost of {W}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

Boros Elite's mana cost of {W} 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.

Boros Elite has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Boros Elite's current oracle text is: "Battalion — Whenever this creature and at least two other creatures attack, this creature gets +2/+2 until end of turn."

What is the current price of Boros Elite? Pricing

The current market price for Boros Elite is approximately $0.23 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.32 EUR.

Where can I buy Boros Elite? Pricing

You can purchase Boros Elite 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.

Is Boros Elite legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Boros Elite in Standard is not available.

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

Is Boros Elite legal in Modern? Legality

Boros Elite is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Boros Elite legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Boros Elite 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 Boros Elite legal in Pioneer? Legality

Boros Elite is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Boros Elite legal in Legacy? Legality

Boros Elite is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Boros Elite legal in Vintage? Legality

Boros Elite 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 Boros Elite legal in Pauper? Legality

Boros Elite is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Boros Elite from? Details

This printing of Boros Elite is from GK1 (GK1), with collector number 78.

Boros Elite may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Boros Elite's rarity? Details

Boros Elite is a uncommon card in GK1.

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

Who illustrated Boros Elite? Details

Boros Elite was illustrated by Willian Murai.

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

What is Boros Elite's power and toughness? Details

Boros Elite is a 1/1 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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