Quick Answer

Ornithopter of Paradise is a common Artifact Creature — Thopter from BLC (BLC) costing {2}. Current price: $0.44 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Ornithopter of Paradise MTG card

Ornithopter of Paradise

Artifact Creature — Thopter

Card Text

Flying {T}: Add one mana of any color.

"Through even our darkest days, we must never cease creating. Each new invention brings value to the world, be it beauty, utility, or both." —Rashmi, aether-seer

Card Stats

0/2 common CMC: 2.0 BLC BLC 🎨 Raoul Vitale
Flying

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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
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (8 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ornithopter of Paradise? Basics

Ornithopter of Paradise is a Artifact Creature — Thopter card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying {T}: Add one mana of any color."

How much mana does Ornithopter of Paradise cost to cast? Basics

Ornithopter of Paradise has a mana cost of {2}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Ornithopter of Paradise's mana cost of {2} 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.

Ornithopter of Paradise 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.

Ornithopter of Paradise's current oracle text is: "Flying {T}: Add one mana of any color."

What is the current price of Ornithopter of Paradise? Pricing

The current market price for Ornithopter of Paradise is approximately $0.44 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.29 EUR.

Where can I buy Ornithopter of Paradise? Pricing

You can purchase Ornithopter of Paradise 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 Ornithopter of Paradise legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Ornithopter of Paradise in Standard is not available.

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

Is Ornithopter of Paradise legal in Modern? Legality

Ornithopter of Paradise is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Ornithopter of Paradise legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Ornithopter of Paradise 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 Ornithopter of Paradise legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Ornithopter of Paradise in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Ornithopter of Paradise legal in Legacy? Legality

Ornithopter of Paradise is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Ornithopter of Paradise legal in Vintage? Legality

Ornithopter of Paradise 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 Ornithopter of Paradise legal in Pauper? Legality

Ornithopter of Paradise 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 Ornithopter of Paradise from? Details

This printing of Ornithopter of Paradise is from BLC (BLC), with collector number 281.

Ornithopter of Paradise may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Ornithopter of Paradise's rarity? Details

Ornithopter of Paradise is a common card in BLC.

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

Who illustrated Ornithopter of Paradise? Details

Ornithopter of Paradise was illustrated by Raoul Vitale.

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

What is Ornithopter of Paradise's power and toughness? Details

Ornithopter of Paradise is a 0/2 creature.

Power (0) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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