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Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind is a common Artifact from CLB (CLB) costing {2}{R}. Current price: $0.35 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind MTG card

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind

Artifact

Card Text

{T}: Add {R}. If that mana is spent on a Dragon creature spell, it gains haste until end of turn.

The essence of a red dragon burns within, always ready to rise with wrath.

Card Stats

common CMC: 3.0 CLB CLB 🎨 Olena Richards

Market Prices

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$0.35
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TCGPlayer
$2.44
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$0.79
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$1.99
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€0.45
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€1.18
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind? Basics

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind is a Artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{T}: Add {R}. If that mana is spent on a Dragon creature spell, it gains haste until end of turn."

How much mana does Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind cost to cast? Basics

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind has a mana cost of {2}{R}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind's mana cost of {2}{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.

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind 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.

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind's current oracle text is: "{T}: Add {R}. If that mana is spent on a Dragon creature spell, it gains haste until end of turn."

What is the current price of Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind? Pricing

The current market price for Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind is approximately $0.35 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $2.44 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.45 EUR.

Where can I buy Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind? Pricing

You can purchase Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind 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.

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind normal: $0.35 | foil: $2.44

Is Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind legal in Standard? Legality

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind legal in Modern? Legality

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind 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 Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind legal in Pioneer? Legality

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind legal in Legacy? Legality

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind legal in Vintage? Legality

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind 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 Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind legal in Pauper? Legality

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind 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 Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind from? Details

This printing of Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind is from CLB (CLB), with collector number 166.

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind's rarity? Details

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind is a common card in CLB.

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

Who illustrated Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind? Details

Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind was illustrated by Olena Richards.

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

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