Quick Answer

Imperial Hellkite is a rare Creature — Dragon from ARC (ARC) costing {5}{R}{R}. Current price: $0.29 USD. Legal in Commander.

Imperial Hellkite MTG card

Imperial Hellkite

Creature — Dragon

Card Text

Flying Morph {6}{R}{R} (You may cast this card face down as a 2/2 creature for {3}. Turn it face up any time for its morph cost.) When this creature is turned face up, you may search your library for a Dragon card, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle.

Card Stats

6/6 rare CMC: 7.0 ARC ARC 🎨 Matt Cavotta
Flying Morph

Market Prices

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€0.35
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Imperial Hellkite? Basics

Imperial Hellkite is a Creature — Dragon card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying Morph {6}{R}{R} (You may cast this card face down as a 2/2 creature for {3}. Turn it face up any time for its morph cost.) When this creature is turned face up, you may search your library for a Dragon card, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle."

How much mana does Imperial Hellkite cost to cast? Basics

Imperial Hellkite has a mana cost of {5}{R}{R}, which equals 7.0 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.

Imperial Hellkite's mana cost of {5}{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.

Imperial Hellkite has a mana value of 7.0. 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.

Imperial Hellkite's current oracle text is: "Flying Morph {6}{R}{R} (You may cast this card face down as a 2/2 creature for {3}. Turn it face up any time for its morph cost.) When this creature is turned face up, you may search your library for a Dragon card, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle."

What is the current price of Imperial Hellkite? Pricing

The current market price for Imperial Hellkite is approximately $0.29 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.35 EUR.

Where can I buy Imperial Hellkite? Pricing

You can purchase Imperial Hellkite 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 Imperial Hellkite legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Imperial Hellkite in Standard is not available.

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

Is Imperial Hellkite legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Imperial Hellkite in Modern is not available.

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

Is Imperial Hellkite legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Imperial Hellkite 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 Imperial Hellkite legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Imperial Hellkite in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Imperial Hellkite legal in Legacy? Legality

Imperial Hellkite is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Imperial Hellkite legal in Vintage? Legality

Imperial Hellkite 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 Imperial Hellkite legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Imperial Hellkite 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 Imperial Hellkite from? Details

This printing of Imperial Hellkite is from ARC (ARC), with collector number 42.

Imperial Hellkite may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Imperial Hellkite's rarity? Details

Imperial Hellkite is a rare card in ARC.

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

Who illustrated Imperial Hellkite? Details

Imperial Hellkite was illustrated by Matt Cavotta.

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

What is Imperial Hellkite's power and toughness? Details

Imperial Hellkite is a 6/6 creature.

Power (6) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (6) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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