Quick Answer

Boros Reckoner is a rare Creature — Minotaur Wizard from GK1 (GK1) costing {R/W}{R/W}{R/W}. Current price: $0.79 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Boros Reckoner MTG card

Boros Reckoner

Creature — Minotaur Wizard

Card Text

Whenever this creature is dealt damage, it deals that much damage to any target. {R/W}: This creature gains first strike until end of turn.

"Imagine a thunderstorm that's also a tactical genius. That's him." —Dars Gostok, Firefist captain

Card Stats

3/3 rare CMC: 3.0 GK1 GK1 🎨 Howard Lyon

Market Prices

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$0.79
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$0.79
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€0.26
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€0.82
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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
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boros Reckoner? Basics

Boros Reckoner is a Creature — Minotaur Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever this creature is dealt damage, it deals that much damage to any target. {R/W}: This creature gains first strike until end of turn."

How much mana does Boros Reckoner cost to cast? Basics

Boros Reckoner has a mana cost of {R/W}{R/W}{R/W}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R, 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 Reckoner's mana cost of {R/W}{R/W}{R/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 Reckoner 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.

Boros Reckoner's current oracle text is: "Whenever this creature is dealt damage, it deals that much damage to any target. {R/W}: This creature gains first strike until end of turn."

What is the current price of Boros Reckoner? Pricing

The current market price for Boros Reckoner is approximately $0.79 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.26 EUR.

Where can I buy Boros Reckoner? Pricing

You can purchase Boros Reckoner 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 Reckoner legal in Standard? Legality

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

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

Is Boros Reckoner legal in Modern? Legality

Boros Reckoner is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Boros Reckoner legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Boros Reckoner 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 Reckoner legal in Pioneer? Legality

Boros Reckoner is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Boros Reckoner legal in Legacy? Legality

Boros Reckoner is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Boros Reckoner legal in Vintage? Legality

Boros Reckoner 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 Reckoner legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Boros Reckoner 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 Boros Reckoner from? Details

This printing of Boros Reckoner is from GK1 (GK1), with collector number 85.

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

What is Boros Reckoner's rarity? Details

Boros Reckoner is a rare card in GK1.

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

Who illustrated Boros Reckoner? Details

Boros Reckoner was illustrated by Howard Lyon.

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 Reckoner's power and toughness? Details

Boros Reckoner is a 3/3 creature.

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

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