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Mangara, the Diplomat is a mythic Legendary Creature — Human Cleric from BLC (BLC) costing {3}{W}. Current price: $0.95 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Mangara, the Diplomat MTG card

Mangara, the Diplomat

Legendary Creature — Human Cleric

Card Text

Lifelink Whenever an opponent attacks with creatures, if two or more of those creatures are attacking you and/or planeswalkers you control, draw a card. Whenever an opponent casts their second spell each turn, draw a card.

Card Stats

2/4 mythic CMC: 4.0 BLC BLC 🎨 Howard Lyon
Lifelink

Market Prices

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$0.95
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Card Kingdom
$1.29
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€0.81
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€1.85
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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 (11 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mangara, the Diplomat? Basics

Mangara, the Diplomat is a Legendary Creature — Human Cleric card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Lifelink Whenever an opponent attacks with creatures, if two or more of those creatures are attacking you and/or planeswalkers you control, draw a card. Whenever an opponent casts their second spell each turn, draw a card."

How much mana does Mangara, the Diplomat cost to cast? Basics

Mangara, the Diplomat has a mana cost of {3}{W}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

Mangara, the Diplomat's mana cost of {3}{W} 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.

Mangara, the Diplomat 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.

Mangara, the Diplomat's current oracle text is: "Lifelink Whenever an opponent attacks with creatures, if two or more of those creatures are attacking you and/or planeswalkers you control, draw a card. Whenever an opponent casts their second spell each turn, draw a card."

What is the current price of Mangara, the Diplomat? Pricing

The current market price for Mangara, the Diplomat is approximately $0.95 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.81 EUR.

Where can I buy Mangara, the Diplomat? Pricing

You can purchase Mangara, the Diplomat 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 Mangara, the Diplomat legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Mangara, the Diplomat in Standard is not available.

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

Is Mangara, the Diplomat legal in Modern? Legality

Mangara, the Diplomat is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Mangara, the Diplomat legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Mangara, the Diplomat 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 Mangara, the Diplomat legal in Pioneer? Legality

Mangara, the Diplomat is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Mangara, the Diplomat legal in Legacy? Legality

Mangara, the Diplomat is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Mangara, the Diplomat legal in Vintage? Legality

Mangara, the Diplomat 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 Mangara, the Diplomat legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Mangara, the Diplomat 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 Mangara, the Diplomat from? Details

This printing of Mangara, the Diplomat is from BLC (BLC), with collector number 145.

Mangara, the Diplomat may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Mangara, the Diplomat's rarity? Details

Mangara, the Diplomat is a mythic card in BLC.

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

Who illustrated Mangara, the Diplomat? Details

Mangara, the Diplomat was illustrated by Howard Lyon.

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

What is Mangara, the Diplomat's power and toughness? Details

Mangara, the Diplomat is a 2/4 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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