Quick Answer

Murderous Compulsion is a common Sorcery from C19 (C19) costing {1}{B}. Current price: $0.09 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Murderous Compulsion MTG card

Murderous Compulsion

Sorcery

Card Text

Destroy target tapped creature. Madness {1}{B} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)

"Thank you. This blade becomes so hot in my hand, but your blood has quenched it."

Card Stats

common CMC: 2.0 C19 C19 🎨 David Palumbo
Madness

Market Prices

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$0.09
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€0.10
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Murderous Compulsion? Basics

Murderous Compulsion is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Destroy target tapped creature. Madness {1}{B} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)"

How much mana does Murderous Compulsion cost to cast? Basics

Murderous Compulsion has a mana cost of {1}{B}, which equals 2.0 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.

Murderous Compulsion's mana cost of {1}{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.

Murderous Compulsion 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.

Murderous Compulsion's current oracle text is: "Destroy target tapped creature. Madness {1}{B} (If you discard this card, discard it into exile. When you do, cast it for its madness cost or put it into your graveyard.)"

What is the current price of Murderous Compulsion? Pricing

The current market price for Murderous Compulsion is approximately $0.09 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.1 EUR.

Where can I buy Murderous Compulsion? Pricing

You can purchase Murderous Compulsion 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 Murderous Compulsion legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Murderous Compulsion in Standard is not available.

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

Is Murderous Compulsion legal in Modern? Legality

Murderous Compulsion is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Murderous Compulsion legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Murderous Compulsion 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 Murderous Compulsion legal in Pioneer? Legality

Murderous Compulsion is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Murderous Compulsion legal in Legacy? Legality

Murderous Compulsion is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Murderous Compulsion legal in Vintage? Legality

Murderous Compulsion 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 Murderous Compulsion legal in Pauper? Legality

Murderous Compulsion 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 Murderous Compulsion from? Details

This printing of Murderous Compulsion is from C19 (C19), with collector number 122.

Murderous Compulsion may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Murderous Compulsion's rarity? Details

Murderous Compulsion is a common card in C19.

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

Who illustrated Murderous Compulsion? Details

Murderous Compulsion was illustrated by David Palumbo.

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

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