Quick Answer

Hammer Helper is a common Sorcery from UST (UST) costing {3}{R}. Current price: $0.08 USD.

Hammer Helper MTG card

Hammer Helper

Sorcery

Card Text

Gain control of target creature until end of turn. Untap that creature and roll a six-sided die. Until end of turn, it gains haste and gets +X/+0, where X is the result.

"Need a hammer? Gotta get your fix? I know a guy."

Card Stats

common CMC: 4.0 UST UST 🎨 Dave Allsop

Market Prices

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$0.08
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$0.31
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.07
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€0.25
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Prices updated: 2025-12-08

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hammer Helper? Basics

Hammer Helper is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Gain control of target creature until end of turn. Untap that creature and roll a six-sided die. Until end of turn, it gains haste and gets +X/+0, where X is the result."

How much mana does Hammer Helper cost to cast? Basics

Hammer Helper 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.

Hammer Helper'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.

Hammer Helper 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.

Hammer Helper's current oracle text is: "Gain control of target creature until end of turn. Untap that creature and roll a six-sided die. Until end of turn, it gains haste and gets +X/+0, where X is the result."

What is the current price of Hammer Helper? Pricing

The current market price for Hammer Helper is approximately $0.08 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.31 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.07 EUR.

Where can I buy Hammer Helper? Pricing

You can purchase Hammer Helper 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.

Hammer Helper normal: $0.08 | foil: $0.31

Is Hammer Helper legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Hammer Helper in Standard is not available.

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

Is Hammer Helper legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Hammer Helper in Modern is not available.

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

Is Hammer Helper legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Hammer Helper in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Hammer Helper legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Hammer Helper in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Hammer Helper legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Hammer Helper in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Hammer Helper legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Hammer Helper in Vintage is not available.

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 Hammer Helper legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Hammer Helper 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 Hammer Helper from? Details

This printing of Hammer Helper is from UST (UST), with collector number 85.

Hammer Helper may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Hammer Helper's rarity? Details

Hammer Helper is a common card in UST.

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

Who illustrated Hammer Helper? Details

Hammer Helper was illustrated by Dave Allsop.

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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