Quick Answer

Martyr for the Cause is a common Creature — Human Soldier from WAR (WAR) costing {1}{W}. Current price: $0.11 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Martyr for the Cause MTG card

Martyr for the Cause

Creature — Human Soldier

Card Text

When this creature dies, proliferate. (Choose any number of permanents and/or players, then give each another counter of each kind already there.)

"If I am to die in service, there is no more worthy fight than this."

Card Stats

2/2 common CMC: 2.0 WAR WAR 🎨 Zoltan Boros
Proliferate

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.11
Normal
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TCGPlayer
$0.32
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
Normal
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Card Kingdom
$0.79
Foil
Buy
Cardmarket
€0.09
Normal
Buy
Cardmarket
€0.24
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Martyr for the Cause? Basics

Martyr for the Cause is a Creature — Human Soldier card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature dies, proliferate. (Choose any number of permanents and/or players, then give each another counter of each kind already there.)"

How much mana does Martyr for the Cause cost to cast? Basics

Martyr for the Cause has a mana cost of {1}{W}, which equals 2.0 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.

Martyr for the Cause's mana cost of {1}{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.

Martyr for the Cause 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.

Martyr for the Cause's current oracle text is: "When this creature dies, proliferate. (Choose any number of permanents and/or players, then give each another counter of each kind already there.)"

What is the current price of Martyr for the Cause? Pricing

The current market price for Martyr for the Cause is approximately $0.11 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.32 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.09 EUR.

Where can I buy Martyr for the Cause? Pricing

You can purchase Martyr for the Cause 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.

Martyr for the Cause normal: $0.11 | foil: $0.32

Is Martyr for the Cause legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Martyr for the Cause in Standard is not available.

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

Is Martyr for the Cause legal in Modern? Legality

Martyr for the Cause is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Martyr for the Cause legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Martyr for the Cause 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 Martyr for the Cause legal in Pioneer? Legality

Martyr for the Cause is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Martyr for the Cause legal in Legacy? Legality

Martyr for the Cause is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Martyr for the Cause legal in Vintage? Legality

Martyr for the Cause 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 Martyr for the Cause legal in Pauper? Legality

Martyr for the Cause is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Martyr for the Cause from? Details

This printing of Martyr for the Cause is from WAR (WAR), with collector number 23.

Martyr for the Cause may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Martyr for the Cause's rarity? Details

Martyr for the Cause is a common card in WAR.

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

Who illustrated Martyr for the Cause? Details

Martyr for the Cause was illustrated by Zoltan Boros.

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

What is Martyr for the Cause's power and toughness? Details

Martyr for the Cause is a 2/2 creature.

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

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