Quick Answer

Chandra, the Firebrand is a mythic Legendary Planeswalker — Chandra from M12 (M12) costing {3}{R}. Current price: $1.16 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Chandra, the Firebrand MTG card

Chandra, the Firebrand

Legendary Planeswalker — Chandra

Card Text

[+1]: Chandra deals 1 damage to any target. [−2]: When you next cast an instant or sorcery spell this turn, copy that spell. You may choose new targets for the copy. [−6]: Chandra deals 6 damage to each of up to six targets.

Card Stats

Loyalty: 3 mythic CMC: 4.0 M12 M12 🎨 D. Alexander Gregory

Market Prices

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$1.16
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$14.83
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$1.29
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$9.99
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€1.08
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€6.10
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chandra, the Firebrand? Basics

Chandra, the Firebrand is a Legendary Planeswalker — Chandra card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "[+1]: Chandra deals 1 damage to any target. [−2]: When you next cast an instant or sorcery spell this turn, copy that spell. You may choose new targets for the copy. [−6]: Chandra deals 6 damage to each of up to six targets."

How much mana does Chandra, the Firebrand cost to cast? Basics

Chandra, the Firebrand has a mana cost of {3}{R}, which equals 4.0 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.

Chandra, the Firebrand's mana cost of {3}{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.

Chandra, the Firebrand 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.

Chandra, the Firebrand's current oracle text is: "[+1]: Chandra deals 1 damage to any target. [−2]: When you next cast an instant or sorcery spell this turn, copy that spell. You may choose new targets for the copy. [−6]: Chandra deals 6 damage to each of up to six targets."

What is the current price of Chandra, the Firebrand? Pricing

The current market price for Chandra, the Firebrand is approximately $1.16 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $14.83 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.08 EUR.

Where can I buy Chandra, the Firebrand? Pricing

You can purchase Chandra, the Firebrand 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.

Chandra, the Firebrand normal: $1.16 | foil: $14.83

Is Chandra, the Firebrand legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Chandra, the Firebrand in Standard is not available.

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

Is Chandra, the Firebrand legal in Modern? Legality

Chandra, the Firebrand is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Chandra, the Firebrand legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Chandra, the Firebrand 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 Chandra, the Firebrand legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Chandra, the Firebrand in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Chandra, the Firebrand legal in Legacy? Legality

Chandra, the Firebrand is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Chandra, the Firebrand legal in Vintage? Legality

Chandra, the Firebrand 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 Chandra, the Firebrand legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Chandra, the Firebrand 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 Chandra, the Firebrand from? Details

This printing of Chandra, the Firebrand is from M12 (M12), with collector number 124.

Chandra, the Firebrand may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Chandra, the Firebrand's rarity? Details

Chandra, the Firebrand is a mythic card in M12.

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

Who illustrated Chandra, the Firebrand? Details

Chandra, the Firebrand was illustrated by D. Alexander Gregory.

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

What is Chandra, the Firebrand's starting loyalty? Details

Chandra, the Firebrand enters the battlefield with 3 loyalty counters.

Planeswalker abilities add or remove loyalty counters when activated. If a planeswalker's loyalty reaches zero (through damage or ability costs), it's put into the graveyard.

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