Quick Answer

Chancellor of the Dross is a rare Creature — Phyrexian Vampire from NPH (NPH) costing {4}{B}{B}{B}. Current price: $0.64 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Chancellor of the Dross MTG card

Chancellor of the Dross

Creature — Phyrexian Vampire

Card Text

You may reveal this card from your opening hand. If you do, at the beginning of the first upkeep, each opponent loses 3 life, then you gain life equal to the life lost this way. Flying, lifelink

Card Stats

6/6 rare CMC: 7.0 NPH NPH 🎨 Stephan Martiniere
Flying Lifelink

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.64
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TCGPlayer
$2.11
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Card Kingdom
$0.79
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$0.99
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Cardmarket
€0.47
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Cardmarket
€1.59
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chancellor of the Dross? Basics

Chancellor of the Dross is a Creature — Phyrexian Vampire card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "You may reveal this card from your opening hand. If you do, at the beginning of the first upkeep, each opponent loses 3 life, then you gain life equal to the life lost this way. Flying, lifelink"

How much mana does Chancellor of the Dross cost to cast? Basics

Chancellor of the Dross has a mana cost of {4}{B}{B}{B}, which equals 7.0 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.

Chancellor of the Dross's mana cost of {4}{B}{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.

Chancellor of the Dross has a mana value of 7.0. 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.

Chancellor of the Dross's current oracle text is: "You may reveal this card from your opening hand. If you do, at the beginning of the first upkeep, each opponent loses 3 life, then you gain life equal to the life lost this way. Flying, lifelink"

What is the current price of Chancellor of the Dross? Pricing

The current market price for Chancellor of the Dross is approximately $0.64 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $2.11 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.47 EUR.

Where can I buy Chancellor of the Dross? Pricing

You can purchase Chancellor of the Dross 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.

Chancellor of the Dross normal: $0.64 | foil: $2.11

Is Chancellor of the Dross legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Chancellor of the Dross in Standard is not available.

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

Is Chancellor of the Dross legal in Modern? Legality

Chancellor of the Dross is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Chancellor of the Dross legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Chancellor of the Dross 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 Chancellor of the Dross legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Chancellor of the Dross in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Chancellor of the Dross legal in Legacy? Legality

Chancellor of the Dross is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Chancellor of the Dross legal in Vintage? Legality

Chancellor of the Dross 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 Chancellor of the Dross legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Chancellor of the Dross 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 Chancellor of the Dross from? Details

This printing of Chancellor of the Dross is from NPH (NPH), with collector number 54.

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

What is Chancellor of the Dross's rarity? Details

Chancellor of the Dross is a rare card in NPH.

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

Who illustrated Chancellor of the Dross? Details

Chancellor of the Dross was illustrated by Stephan Martiniere.

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

What is Chancellor of the Dross's power and toughness? Details

Chancellor of the Dross is a 6/6 creature.

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

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