Quick Answer

Iwamori of the Open Fist is a uncommon Legendary Creature — Human Monk from A25 (A25) costing {2}{G}{G}. Current price: $0.21 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Iwamori of the Open Fist MTG card

Iwamori of the Open Fist

Legendary Creature — Human Monk

Card Text

Trample When Iwamori enters, each opponent may put a legendary creature card from their hand onto the battlefield.

Card Stats

5/5 uncommon CMC: 4.0 A25 A25 🎨 Paolo Parente
Trample

Market Prices

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$0.21
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TCGPlayer
$0.20
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$0.35
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$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.08
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€0.40
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Iwamori of the Open Fist? Basics

Iwamori of the Open Fist is a Legendary Creature — Human Monk card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Trample When Iwamori enters, each opponent may put a legendary creature card from their hand onto the battlefield."

How much mana does Iwamori of the Open Fist cost to cast? Basics

Iwamori of the Open Fist has a mana cost of {2}{G}{G}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Iwamori of the Open Fist's mana cost of {2}{G}{G} 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.

Iwamori of the Open Fist 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.

Iwamori of the Open Fist's current oracle text is: "Trample When Iwamori enters, each opponent may put a legendary creature card from their hand onto the battlefield."

What is the current price of Iwamori of the Open Fist? Pricing

The current market price for Iwamori of the Open Fist is approximately $0.21 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.2 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.08 EUR.

Where can I buy Iwamori of the Open Fist? Pricing

You can purchase Iwamori of the Open Fist 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.

Iwamori of the Open Fist normal: $0.21 | foil: $0.2

Is Iwamori of the Open Fist legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Iwamori of the Open Fist in Standard is not available.

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

Is Iwamori of the Open Fist legal in Modern? Legality

Iwamori of the Open Fist is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Iwamori of the Open Fist legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Iwamori of the Open Fist 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 Iwamori of the Open Fist legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Iwamori of the Open Fist in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Iwamori of the Open Fist legal in Legacy? Legality

Iwamori of the Open Fist is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Iwamori of the Open Fist legal in Vintage? Legality

Iwamori of the Open Fist 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 Iwamori of the Open Fist legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Iwamori of the Open Fist 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 Iwamori of the Open Fist from? Details

This printing of Iwamori of the Open Fist is from A25 (A25), with collector number 174.

Iwamori of the Open Fist may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Iwamori of the Open Fist's rarity? Details

Iwamori of the Open Fist is a uncommon card in A25.

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

Who illustrated Iwamori of the Open Fist? Details

Iwamori of the Open Fist was illustrated by Paolo Parente.

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

What is Iwamori of the Open Fist's power and toughness? Details

Iwamori of the Open Fist is a 5/5 creature.

Power (5) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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