Quick Answer

Robber of the Rich is a mythic Creature — Human Archer Rogue from ELD (ELD) costing {1}{R}. Current price: $1.4 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Robber of the Rich MTG card

Robber of the Rich

Creature — Human Archer Rogue

Card Text

Reach, haste Whenever this creature attacks, if defending player has more cards in hand than you, exile the top card of their library. During any turn you attacked with a Rogue, you may cast that card and you may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast that spell.

Card Stats

2/2 mythic CMC: 2.0 ELD ELD 🎨 Paul Scott Canavan
Haste Reach

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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Robber of the Rich? Basics

Robber of the Rich is a Creature — Human Archer Rogue card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Reach, haste Whenever this creature attacks, if defending player has more cards in hand than you, exile the top card of their library. During any turn you attacked with a Rogue, you may cast that card and you may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast that spell."

How much mana does Robber of the Rich cost to cast? Basics

Robber of the Rich 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.

Robber of the Rich'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.

Robber of the Rich 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.

Robber of the Rich's current oracle text is: "Reach, haste Whenever this creature attacks, if defending player has more cards in hand than you, exile the top card of their library. During any turn you attacked with a Rogue, you may cast that card and you may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast that spell."

What is the current price of Robber of the Rich? Pricing

The current market price for Robber of the Rich is approximately $1.4 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.51 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.36 EUR.

Where can I buy Robber of the Rich? Pricing

You can purchase Robber of the Rich 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.

Robber of the Rich normal: $1.4 | foil: $1.51

Is Robber of the Rich legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Robber of the Rich in Standard is not available.

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

Is Robber of the Rich legal in Modern? Legality

Robber of the Rich is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Robber of the Rich legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Robber of the Rich 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 Robber of the Rich legal in Pioneer? Legality

Robber of the Rich is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Robber of the Rich legal in Legacy? Legality

Robber of the Rich is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Robber of the Rich legal in Vintage? Legality

Robber of the Rich 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 Robber of the Rich legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Robber of the Rich 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 Robber of the Rich from? Details

This printing of Robber of the Rich is from ELD (ELD), with collector number 138.

Robber of the Rich may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Robber of the Rich's rarity? Details

Robber of the Rich is a mythic card in ELD.

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

Who illustrated Robber of the Rich? Details

Robber of the Rich was illustrated by Paul Scott Canavan.

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

What is Robber of the Rich's power and toughness? Details

Robber of the Rich 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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