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Crux of Fate is a rare Sorcery from C17 (C17) costing {3}{B}{B}. Current price: $1.34 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Crux of Fate MTG card

Crux of Fate

Sorcery

Card Text

Choose one — • Destroy all Dragon creatures. • Destroy all non-Dragon creatures.

Ugin's whispered summons led Sarkhan Vol to the moment that would echo down the centuries and seal Tarkir's fate: the primal battle between Ugin and Nicol Bolas.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 5.0 C17 C17 🎨 Michael Komarck

Market Prices

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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 (7 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Crux of Fate? Basics

Crux of Fate is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Choose one — • Destroy all Dragon creatures. • Destroy all non-Dragon creatures."

How much mana does Crux of Fate cost to cast? Basics

Crux of Fate has a mana cost of {3}{B}{B}, which equals 5.0 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.

Crux of Fate's mana cost of {3}{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.

Crux of Fate has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Crux of Fate's current oracle text is: "Choose one — • Destroy all Dragon creatures. • Destroy all non-Dragon creatures."

What is the current price of Crux of Fate? Pricing

The current market price for Crux of Fate is approximately $1.34 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.26 EUR.

Where can I buy Crux of Fate? Pricing

You can purchase Crux of Fate 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 Crux of Fate legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Crux of Fate in Standard is not available.

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

Is Crux of Fate legal in Modern? Legality

Crux of Fate is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Crux of Fate legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Crux of Fate 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 Crux of Fate legal in Pioneer? Legality

Crux of Fate is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Crux of Fate legal in Legacy? Legality

Crux of Fate is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Crux of Fate legal in Vintage? Legality

Crux of Fate 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 Crux of Fate legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Crux of Fate 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 Crux of Fate from? Details

This printing of Crux of Fate is from C17 (C17), with collector number 107.

Crux of Fate may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Crux of Fate's rarity? Details

Crux of Fate is a rare card in C17.

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

Who illustrated Crux of Fate? Details

Crux of Fate was illustrated by Michael Komarck.

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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