Quick Answer

In Thrall to the Pit is a common Sorcery from DMU (DMU) costing {3}{R}. Current price: $0.06 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

In Thrall to the Pit MTG card

In Thrall to the Pit

Sorcery

Card Text

Kicker {2}{B} (You may pay an additional {2}{B} as you cast this spell.) Gain control of target creature until end of turn. Untap that creature. It gains haste until end of turn. If this spell was kicked, sacrifice that creature at the beginning of the next end step.

Card Stats

common CMC: 4.0 DMU DMU 🎨 Andrey Kuzinskiy
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$0.06
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$0.11
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$0.49
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€0.06
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€0.10
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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
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is In Thrall to the Pit? Basics

In Thrall to the Pit is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Kicker {2}{B} (You may pay an additional {2}{B} as you cast this spell.) Gain control of target creature until end of turn. Untap that creature. It gains haste until end of turn. If this spell was kicked, sacrifice that creature at the beginning of the next end step."

How much mana does In Thrall to the Pit cost to cast? Basics

In Thrall to the Pit 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.

In Thrall to the Pit'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.

In Thrall to the Pit 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.

In Thrall to the Pit's current oracle text is: "Kicker {2}{B} (You may pay an additional {2}{B} as you cast this spell.) Gain control of target creature until end of turn. Untap that creature. It gains haste until end of turn. If this spell was kicked, sacrifice that creature at the beginning of the next end step."

What is the current price of In Thrall to the Pit? Pricing

The current market price for In Thrall to the Pit is approximately $0.06 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.11 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.06 EUR.

Where can I buy In Thrall to the Pit? Pricing

You can purchase In Thrall to the Pit 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.

In Thrall to the Pit normal: $0.06 | foil: $0.11

Is In Thrall to the Pit legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for In Thrall to the Pit in Standard is not available.

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

Is In Thrall to the Pit legal in Modern? Legality

In Thrall to the Pit is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is In Thrall to the Pit legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

In Thrall to the Pit 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 In Thrall to the Pit legal in Pioneer? Legality

In Thrall to the Pit is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is In Thrall to the Pit legal in Legacy? Legality

In Thrall to the Pit is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is In Thrall to the Pit legal in Vintage? Legality

In Thrall to the Pit 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 In Thrall to the Pit legal in Pauper? Legality

In Thrall to the Pit is Legal in Pauper format.

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 In Thrall to the Pit from? Details

This printing of In Thrall to the Pit is from DMU (DMU), with collector number 132.

In Thrall to the Pit may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is In Thrall to the Pit's rarity? Details

In Thrall to the Pit is a common card in DMU.

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

Who illustrated In Thrall to the Pit? Details

In Thrall to the Pit was illustrated by Andrey Kuzinskiy.

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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