Quick Answer

Rig for War is a common Instant from EOE (EOE) costing {1}{R}. Current price: $0.02 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Rig for War MTG card

Rig for War

Instant

Card Text

Target creature gets +3/+0 and gains first strike and reach until end of turn.

"We build our beamcutters to mince bedrock. Should slice a Eumidian hull with no issues."

Card Stats

common CMC: 2.0 EOE EOE 🎨 Diana Franco

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.02
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TCGPlayer
$0.04
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.11
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Cardmarket
€0.05
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rig for War? Basics

Rig for War is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Target creature gets +3/+0 and gains first strike and reach until end of turn."

How much mana does Rig for War cost to cast? Basics

Rig for War has a mana cost of {1}{R}, which equals 2.0 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.

Rig for War's mana cost of {1}{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.

Rig for War 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.

Rig for War's current oracle text is: "Target creature gets +3/+0 and gains first strike and reach until end of turn."

What is the current price of Rig for War? Pricing

The current market price for Rig for War is approximately $0.02 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.04 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.11 EUR.

Where can I buy Rig for War? Pricing

You can purchase Rig for War 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.

Rig for War normal: $0.02 | foil: $0.04

Is Rig for War legal in Standard? Legality

Rig for War is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is Rig for War legal in Modern? Legality

Rig for War is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Rig for War legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Rig for War 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 Rig for War legal in Pioneer? Legality

Rig for War is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Rig for War legal in Legacy? Legality

Rig for War is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Rig for War legal in Vintage? Legality

Rig for War 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 Rig for War legal in Pauper? Legality

Rig for War 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 Rig for War from? Details

This printing of Rig for War is from EOE (EOE), with collector number 156.

Rig for War may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Rig for War's rarity? Details

Rig for War is a common card in EOE.

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

Who illustrated Rig for War? Details

Rig for War was illustrated by Diana Franco.

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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