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Rapid Augmenter is a rare Creature — Otter Artificer from BLC (BLC) costing {1}{U}{R}. Current price: $0.11 USD. Legal in Commander.

Rapid Augmenter MTG card

Rapid Augmenter

Creature — Otter Artificer

Card Text

Haste Whenever another creature you control with base power 1 enters, it gains haste until end of turn. Whenever another creature you control enters, if it wasn't cast, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature and this creature can't be blocked this turn.

Card Stats

1/3 rare CMC: 3.0 BLC BLC 🎨 Dave Kendall
Haste

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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rapid Augmenter? Basics

Rapid Augmenter is a Creature — Otter Artificer card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Haste Whenever another creature you control with base power 1 enters, it gains haste until end of turn. Whenever another creature you control enters, if it wasn't cast, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature and this creature can't be blocked this turn."

How much mana does Rapid Augmenter cost to cast? Basics

Rapid Augmenter has a mana cost of {1}{U}{R}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R, U 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.

Rapid Augmenter's mana cost of {1}{U}{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.

Rapid Augmenter 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.

Rapid Augmenter's current oracle text is: "Haste Whenever another creature you control with base power 1 enters, it gains haste until end of turn. Whenever another creature you control enters, if it wasn't cast, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature and this creature can't be blocked this turn."

What is the current price of Rapid Augmenter? Pricing

The current market price for Rapid Augmenter is approximately $0.11 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.24 EUR.

Where can I buy Rapid Augmenter? Pricing

You can purchase Rapid Augmenter 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 Rapid Augmenter legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Rapid Augmenter in Standard is not available.

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

Is Rapid Augmenter legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Rapid Augmenter in Modern is not available.

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

Is Rapid Augmenter legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Rapid Augmenter 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 Rapid Augmenter legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Rapid Augmenter in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Rapid Augmenter legal in Legacy? Legality

Rapid Augmenter is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Rapid Augmenter legal in Vintage? Legality

Rapid Augmenter 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 Rapid Augmenter legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Rapid Augmenter 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 Rapid Augmenter from? Details

This printing of Rapid Augmenter is from BLC (BLC), with collector number 38.

Rapid Augmenter may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Rapid Augmenter's rarity? Details

Rapid Augmenter is a rare card in BLC.

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

Who illustrated Rapid Augmenter? Details

Rapid Augmenter was illustrated by Dave Kendall.

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

What is Rapid Augmenter's power and toughness? Details

Rapid Augmenter is a 1/3 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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