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Chandra, Torch of Defiance is a mythic Legendary Planeswalker — Chandra from CMM (CMM) costing {2}{R}{R}. Current price: $3.01 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Chandra, Torch of Defiance MTG card

Chandra, Torch of Defiance

Legendary Planeswalker — Chandra

Card Text

[+1]: Exile the top card of your library. You may cast that card. If you don't, Chandra deals 2 damage to each opponent. [+1]: Add {R}{R}. [−3]: Chandra deals 4 damage to target creature. [−7]: You get an emblem with "Whenever you cast a spell, this emblem deals 5 damage to any target."

Card Stats

Loyalty: 4 mythic CMC: 4.0 CMM CMM 🎨 Magali Villeneuve

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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
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (9 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chandra, Torch of Defiance? Basics

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

Its ability reads: "[+1]: Exile the top card of your library. You may cast that card. If you don't, Chandra deals 2 damage to each opponent. [+1]: Add {R}{R}. [−3]: Chandra deals 4 damage to target creature. [−7]: You get an emblem with "Whenever you cast a spell, this emblem deals 5 damage to any target.""

How much mana does Chandra, Torch of Defiance cost to cast? Basics

Chandra, Torch of Defiance has a mana cost of {2}{R}{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, Torch of Defiance's mana cost of {2}{R}{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, Torch of Defiance 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, Torch of Defiance's current oracle text is: "[+1]: Exile the top card of your library. You may cast that card. If you don't, Chandra deals 2 damage to each opponent. [+1]: Add {R}{R}. [−3]: Chandra deals 4 damage to target creature. [−7]: You get an emblem with "Whenever you cast a spell, this emblem deals 5 damage to any target.""

What is the current price of Chandra, Torch of Defiance? Pricing

The current market price for Chandra, Torch of Defiance is approximately $3.01 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €2.14 EUR.

Where can I buy Chandra, Torch of Defiance? Pricing

You can purchase Chandra, Torch of Defiance 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 Chandra, Torch of Defiance legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Chandra, Torch of Defiance in Standard is not available.

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

Is Chandra, Torch of Defiance legal in Modern? Legality

Chandra, Torch of Defiance is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Chandra, Torch of Defiance legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Chandra, Torch of Defiance 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, Torch of Defiance legal in Pioneer? Legality

Chandra, Torch of Defiance is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Chandra, Torch of Defiance legal in Legacy? Legality

Chandra, Torch of Defiance is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Chandra, Torch of Defiance legal in Vintage? Legality

Chandra, Torch of Defiance 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, Torch of Defiance legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Chandra, Torch of Defiance 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, Torch of Defiance from? Details

This printing of Chandra, Torch of Defiance is from CMM (CMM), with collector number 876.

Chandra, Torch of Defiance may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Chandra, Torch of Defiance's rarity? Details

Chandra, Torch of Defiance is a mythic card in CMM.

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

Who illustrated Chandra, Torch of Defiance? Details

Chandra, Torch of Defiance was illustrated by Magali Villeneuve.

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, Torch of Defiance's starting loyalty? Details

Chandra, Torch of Defiance enters the battlefield with 4 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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