Quick Answer

Hero of Iroas is a rare Creature — Human Soldier from BNG (BNG) costing {1}{W}. Current price: $0.51 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Hero of Iroas MTG card

Hero of Iroas

Creature — Human Soldier

Card Text

Aura spells you cast cost {1} less to cast. Heroic — Whenever you cast a spell that targets this creature, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.

"My left has felled a cyclops. My right has slain a giant. I bring both to every fight."

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 2.0 BNG BNG 🎨 Willian Murai
Heroic

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.51
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TCGPlayer
$1.07
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Card Kingdom
$0.79
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Card Kingdom
$0.79
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Cardmarket
€0.43
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€1.25
Foil
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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
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hero of Iroas? Basics

Hero of Iroas is a Creature — Human Soldier card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Aura spells you cast cost {1} less to cast. Heroic — Whenever you cast a spell that targets this creature, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature."

How much mana does Hero of Iroas cost to cast? Basics

Hero of Iroas has a mana cost of {1}{W}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Hero of Iroas's mana cost of {1}{W} 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.

Hero of Iroas 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.

Hero of Iroas's current oracle text is: "Aura spells you cast cost {1} less to cast. Heroic — Whenever you cast a spell that targets this creature, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature."

What is the current price of Hero of Iroas? Pricing

The current market price for Hero of Iroas is approximately $0.51 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.07 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.43 EUR.

Where can I buy Hero of Iroas? Pricing

You can purchase Hero of Iroas 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.

Hero of Iroas normal: $0.51 | foil: $1.07

Is Hero of Iroas legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Hero of Iroas in Standard is not available.

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

Is Hero of Iroas legal in Modern? Legality

Hero of Iroas is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Hero of Iroas legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Hero of Iroas 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 Hero of Iroas legal in Pioneer? Legality

Hero of Iroas is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Hero of Iroas legal in Legacy? Legality

Hero of Iroas is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Hero of Iroas legal in Vintage? Legality

Hero of Iroas 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 Hero of Iroas legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Hero of Iroas 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 Hero of Iroas from? Details

This printing of Hero of Iroas is from BNG (BNG), with collector number 17.

Hero of Iroas may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Hero of Iroas's rarity? Details

Hero of Iroas is a rare card in BNG.

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

Who illustrated Hero of Iroas? Details

Hero of Iroas was illustrated by Willian Murai.

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

What is Hero of Iroas's power and toughness? Details

Hero of Iroas is a 2/2 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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