Quick Answer

Lord of Change is a rare Creature — Demon from 40K (40K) costing {6}{U}. Current price: $1.79 USD. Legal in Commander.

Lord of Change MTG card

Lord of Change

Creature — Demon

Card Text

Flying, ward {3} Architect of Deception — When this creature enters, draw three cards.

The Lords of Change are Tzeentch's greatest servants. The most powerful of them wield fragments of his power over destiny.

Card Stats

6/6 rare CMC: 7.0 40K 40K 🎨 Games Workshop
Architect of Deception Flying Ward

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$1.79
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Card Kingdom
$3.99
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Card Kingdom
$4.99
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Cardmarket
€3.17
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€8.33
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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 Lord of Change? Basics

Lord of Change is a Creature — Demon card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying, ward {3} Architect of Deception — When this creature enters, draw three cards."

How much mana does Lord of Change cost to cast? Basics

Lord of Change has a mana cost of {6}{U}, which equals 7.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U 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.

Lord of Change's mana cost of {6}{U} 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.

Lord of Change 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.

Lord of Change's current oracle text is: "Flying, ward {3} Architect of Deception — When this creature enters, draw three cards."

What is the current price of Lord of Change? Pricing

The current market price for Lord of Change is approximately $1.79 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €3.17 EUR.

Where can I buy Lord of Change? Pricing

You can purchase Lord of Change 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 Lord of Change legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Lord of Change in Standard is not available.

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

Is Lord of Change legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Lord of Change in Modern is not available.

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

Is Lord of Change legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Lord of Change 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 Lord of Change legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Lord of Change in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Lord of Change legal in Legacy? Legality

Lord of Change is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Lord of Change legal in Vintage? Legality

Lord of Change 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 Lord of Change legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Lord of Change 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 Lord of Change from? Details

This printing of Lord of Change is from 40K (40K), with collector number 24.

Lord of Change may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Lord of Change's rarity? Details

Lord of Change 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 Lord of Change? Details

Lord of Change was illustrated by Games Workshop.

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

What is Lord of Change's power and toughness? Details

Lord of Change 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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