Quick Answer

Maddening Imp is a rare Creature — Imp from TMP (TMP) costing {2}{B}. Current price: $1.64 USD. Legal in Commander.

Maddening Imp MTG card

Maddening Imp

Creature — Imp

Card Text

Flying {T}: Non-Wall creatures the active player controls attack this turn if able. At the beginning of the next end step, destroy each of those creatures that didn't attack this turn. Activate only during an opponent's turn and only before combat.

Card Stats

1/1 rare CMC: 3.0 TMP TMP 🎨 Zina Saunders
Flying

Market Prices

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$1.64
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€1.21
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maddening Imp? Basics

Maddening Imp is a Creature — Imp card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying {T}: Non-Wall creatures the active player controls attack this turn if able. At the beginning of the next end step, destroy each of those creatures that didn't attack this turn. Activate only during an opponent's turn and only before combat."

How much mana does Maddening Imp cost to cast? Basics

Maddening Imp has a mana cost of {2}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Maddening Imp's mana cost of {2}{B} 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.

Maddening Imp has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Maddening Imp's current oracle text is: "Flying {T}: Non-Wall creatures the active player controls attack this turn if able. At the beginning of the next end step, destroy each of those creatures that didn't attack this turn. Activate only during an opponent's turn and only before combat."

What is the current price of Maddening Imp? Pricing

The current market price for Maddening Imp is approximately $1.64 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.21 EUR.

Where can I buy Maddening Imp? Pricing

You can purchase Maddening Imp 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 Maddening Imp legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Maddening Imp in Standard is not available.

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

Is Maddening Imp legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Maddening Imp in Modern is not available.

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

Is Maddening Imp legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Maddening Imp 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 Maddening Imp legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Maddening Imp in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Maddening Imp legal in Legacy? Legality

Maddening Imp is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Maddening Imp legal in Vintage? Legality

Maddening Imp 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 Maddening Imp legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Maddening Imp 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 Maddening Imp from? Details

This printing of Maddening Imp is from TMP (TMP), with collector number 143.

Maddening Imp may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Maddening Imp's rarity? Details

Maddening Imp is a rare card in TMP.

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

Who illustrated Maddening Imp? Details

Maddening Imp was illustrated by Zina Saunders.

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

What is Maddening Imp's power and toughness? Details

Maddening Imp is a 1/1 creature.

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

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