Quick Answer

Khârn the Betrayer is a rare Legendary Creature — Astartes Berserker from 40K (40K) costing {3}{R}. Current price: $5.45 USD. Legal in Commander.

Khârn the Betrayer MTG card

Khârn the Betrayer

Legendary Creature — Astartes Berserker

Card Text

Berzerker — Khârn the Betrayer attacks or blocks each combat if able. Sigil of Corruption — When you lose control of Khârn the Betrayer, draw two cards. The Betrayer — If damage would be dealt to Khârn the Betrayer, prevent that damage and an opponent of your choice gains control of it.

Card Stats

5/1 rare CMC: 4.0 40K 40K 🎨 Kekai Kotaki
Berzerker Sigil of Corruption The Betrayer

Market Prices

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$5.45
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$8.99
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$11.99
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Cardmarket
€6.60
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€10.45
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Khârn the Betrayer? Basics

Khârn the Betrayer is a Legendary Creature — Astartes Berserker card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Berzerker — Khârn the Betrayer attacks or blocks each combat if able. Sigil of Corruption — When you lose control of Khârn the Betrayer, draw two cards. The Betrayer — If damage would be dealt to Khârn the Betrayer, prevent that damage and an opponent of your choice gains control of it."

How much mana does Khârn the Betrayer cost to cast? Basics

Khârn the Betrayer 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.

Khârn the Betrayer'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.

Khârn the Betrayer 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.

Khârn the Betrayer's current oracle text is: "Berzerker — Khârn the Betrayer attacks or blocks each combat if able. Sigil of Corruption — When you lose control of Khârn the Betrayer, draw two cards. The Betrayer — If damage would be dealt to Khârn the Betrayer, prevent that damage and an opponent of your choice gains control of it."

What is the current price of Khârn the Betrayer? Pricing

The current market price for Khârn the Betrayer is approximately $5.45 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €6.6 EUR.

Where can I buy Khârn the Betrayer? Pricing

You can purchase Khârn the Betrayer 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 Khârn the Betrayer legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Khârn the Betrayer in Standard is not available.

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

Is Khârn the Betrayer legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Khârn the Betrayer in Modern is not available.

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

Is Khârn the Betrayer legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Khârn the Betrayer 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 Khârn the Betrayer legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Khârn the Betrayer in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Khârn the Betrayer legal in Legacy? Legality

Khârn the Betrayer is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Khârn the Betrayer legal in Vintage? Legality

Khârn the Betrayer 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 Khârn the Betrayer legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Khârn the Betrayer 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 Khârn the Betrayer from? Details

This printing of Khârn the Betrayer is from 40K (40K), with collector number 79.

Khârn the Betrayer may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Khârn the Betrayer's rarity? Details

Khârn the Betrayer is a rare card in 40K.

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

Who illustrated Khârn the Betrayer? Details

Khârn the Betrayer was illustrated by Kekai Kotaki.

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

What is Khârn the Betrayer's power and toughness? Details

Khârn the Betrayer is a 5/1 creature.

Power (5) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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