Quick Answer

Markov Blademaster is a rare Creature — Vampire Warrior from DKA (DKA) costing {1}{R}{R}. Current price: $0.33 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Markov Blademaster MTG card

Markov Blademaster

Creature — Vampire Warrior

Card Text

Double strike (This creature deals both first-strike and regular combat damage.) Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, put a +1/+1 counter on it.

"Mortals practice swordplay for a few decades at best. How can they ever attain the exquisite mastery that eternity has to offer?"

Card Stats

1/1 rare CMC: 3.0 DKA DKA 🎨 Jana Schirmer & Johannes Voss
Double strike

Market Prices

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$0.33
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TCGPlayer
$0.79
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Card Kingdom
$0.59
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Card Kingdom
$2.99
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Cardmarket
€0.39
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Cardmarket
€1.76
Foil
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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
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Markov Blademaster? Basics

Markov Blademaster is a Creature — Vampire Warrior card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Double strike (This creature deals both first-strike and regular combat damage.) Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, put a +1/+1 counter on it."

How much mana does Markov Blademaster cost to cast? Basics

Markov Blademaster has a mana cost of {1}{R}{R}, which equals 3.0 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.

Markov Blademaster's mana cost of {1}{R}{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.

Markov Blademaster 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.

Markov Blademaster's current oracle text is: "Double strike (This creature deals both first-strike and regular combat damage.) Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, put a +1/+1 counter on it."

What is the current price of Markov Blademaster? Pricing

The current market price for Markov Blademaster is approximately $0.33 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.79 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.39 EUR.

Where can I buy Markov Blademaster? Pricing

You can purchase Markov Blademaster 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.

Markov Blademaster normal: $0.33 | foil: $0.79

Is Markov Blademaster legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Markov Blademaster in Standard is not available.

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

Is Markov Blademaster legal in Modern? Legality

Markov Blademaster is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Markov Blademaster legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Markov Blademaster 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 Markov Blademaster legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Markov Blademaster in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Markov Blademaster legal in Legacy? Legality

Markov Blademaster is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Markov Blademaster legal in Vintage? Legality

Markov Blademaster 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 Markov Blademaster legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Markov Blademaster 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 Markov Blademaster from? Details

This printing of Markov Blademaster is from DKA (DKA), with collector number 96.

Markov Blademaster may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Markov Blademaster's rarity? Details

Markov Blademaster is a rare card in DKA.

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

Who illustrated Markov Blademaster? Details

Markov Blademaster was illustrated by Jana Schirmer & Johannes Voss.

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

What is Markov Blademaster's power and toughness? Details

Markov Blademaster 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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