Quick Answer

Magmatic Channeler is a rare Creature — Human Wizard from J22 (J22) costing {1}{R}. Current price: $0.18 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Magmatic Channeler MTG card

Magmatic Channeler

Creature — Human Wizard

Card Text

As long as there are four or more instant and/or sorcery cards in your graveyard, this creature gets +3/+1. {T}, Discard a card: Exile the top two cards of your library, then choose one of them. You may play that card this turn.

Card Stats

1/3 rare CMC: 2.0 J22 J22 🎨 Bryan Sola

Market Prices

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$0.18
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$0.49
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€0.23
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€0.20
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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
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Magmatic Channeler? Basics

Magmatic Channeler is a Creature — Human Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "As long as there are four or more instant and/or sorcery cards in your graveyard, this creature gets +3/+1. {T}, Discard a card: Exile the top two cards of your library, then choose one of them. You may play that card this turn."

How much mana does Magmatic Channeler cost to cast? Basics

Magmatic Channeler has a mana cost of {1}{R}, which equals 2.0 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.

Magmatic Channeler's mana cost of {1}{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.

Magmatic Channeler has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Magmatic Channeler's current oracle text is: "As long as there are four or more instant and/or sorcery cards in your graveyard, this creature gets +3/+1. {T}, Discard a card: Exile the top two cards of your library, then choose one of them. You may play that card this turn."

What is the current price of Magmatic Channeler? Pricing

The current market price for Magmatic Channeler is approximately $0.18 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.23 EUR.

Where can I buy Magmatic Channeler? Pricing

You can purchase Magmatic Channeler 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 Magmatic Channeler legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Magmatic Channeler in Standard is not available.

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

Is Magmatic Channeler legal in Modern? Legality

Magmatic Channeler is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Magmatic Channeler legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Magmatic Channeler 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 Magmatic Channeler legal in Pioneer? Legality

Magmatic Channeler is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Magmatic Channeler legal in Legacy? Legality

Magmatic Channeler is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Magmatic Channeler legal in Vintage? Legality

Magmatic Channeler 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 Magmatic Channeler legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Magmatic Channeler 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 Magmatic Channeler from? Details

This printing of Magmatic Channeler is from J22 (J22), with collector number 571.

Magmatic Channeler may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Magmatic Channeler's rarity? Details

Magmatic Channeler is a rare card in J22.

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

Who illustrated Magmatic Channeler? Details

Magmatic Channeler was illustrated by Bryan Sola.

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

What is Magmatic Channeler's power and toughness? Details

Magmatic Channeler is a 1/3 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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