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Gold-Forged Thopteryx is a uncommon Artifact Creature — Dinosaur Thopter from MAT (MAT) costing {W}{U}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Gold-Forged Thopteryx MTG card

Gold-Forged Thopteryx

Artifact Creature — Dinosaur Thopter

Card Text

Flying, lifelink Each legendary permanent you control has ward {2}. (Whenever it becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.)

Worlds apart, Huatli built a device Saheeli would have been proud of.

Card Stats

1/3 uncommon CMC: 2.0 MAT MAT 🎨 Titus Lunter
Flying Lifelink

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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 (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gold-Forged Thopteryx? Basics

Gold-Forged Thopteryx is a Artifact Creature — Dinosaur Thopter card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying, lifelink Each legendary permanent you control has ward {2}. (Whenever it becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.)"

How much mana does Gold-Forged Thopteryx cost to cast? Basics

Gold-Forged Thopteryx has a mana cost of {W}{U}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U, W 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.

Gold-Forged Thopteryx's mana cost of {W}{U} 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.

Gold-Forged Thopteryx has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Gold-Forged Thopteryx's current oracle text is: "Flying, lifelink Each legendary permanent you control has ward {2}. (Whenever it becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.)"

What is the current price of Gold-Forged Thopteryx? Pricing

Price data for Gold-Forged Thopteryx is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Gold-Forged Thopteryx? Pricing

You can purchase Gold-Forged Thopteryx 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 Gold-Forged Thopteryx legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Gold-Forged Thopteryx in Standard is not available.

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

Is Gold-Forged Thopteryx legal in Modern? Legality

Gold-Forged Thopteryx is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Gold-Forged Thopteryx legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Gold-Forged Thopteryx 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 Gold-Forged Thopteryx legal in Pioneer? Legality

Gold-Forged Thopteryx is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Gold-Forged Thopteryx legal in Legacy? Legality

Gold-Forged Thopteryx is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Gold-Forged Thopteryx legal in Vintage? Legality

Gold-Forged Thopteryx 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 Gold-Forged Thopteryx legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Gold-Forged Thopteryx 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 Gold-Forged Thopteryx from? Details

This printing of Gold-Forged Thopteryx is from MAT (MAT), with collector number 131.

Gold-Forged Thopteryx may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Gold-Forged Thopteryx's rarity? Details

Gold-Forged Thopteryx is a uncommon card in MAT.

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

Who illustrated Gold-Forged Thopteryx? Details

Gold-Forged Thopteryx was illustrated by Titus Lunter.

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

What is Gold-Forged Thopteryx's power and toughness? Details

Gold-Forged Thopteryx is a 1/3 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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