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Rodolf Duskbringer is a rare Legendary Creature — Vampire Angel from J22 (J22) costing {5}{B}. Current price: $4.07 USD. Legal in Commander.

Rodolf Duskbringer MTG card

Rodolf Duskbringer

Legendary Creature — Vampire Angel

Card Text

Flying, deathtouch, lifelink Whenever you gain life, Rodolf Duskbringer gains indestructible until end of turn. At the beginning of your end step, you may pay {1}{W/B}. When you do, return target creature card with mana value X or less from your graveyard to the battlefield, where X is the amount of life you gained this turn.

Card Stats

4/4 rare CMC: 6.0 J22 J22 🎨 Billy Christian
Deathtouch Flying Lifelink

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$4.07
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Card Kingdom
$5.49
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€4.36
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€6.35
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rodolf Duskbringer? Basics

Rodolf Duskbringer is a Legendary Creature — Vampire Angel card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying, deathtouch, lifelink Whenever you gain life, Rodolf Duskbringer gains indestructible until end of turn. At the beginning of your end step, you may pay {1}{W/B}. When you do, return target creature card with mana value X or less from your graveyard to the battlefield, where X is the amount of life you gained this turn."

How much mana does Rodolf Duskbringer cost to cast? Basics

Rodolf Duskbringer has a mana cost of {5}{B}, which equals 6.0 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.

Rodolf Duskbringer's mana cost of {5}{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.

Rodolf Duskbringer has a mana value of 6.0. 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.

Rodolf Duskbringer's current oracle text is: "Flying, deathtouch, lifelink Whenever you gain life, Rodolf Duskbringer gains indestructible until end of turn. At the beginning of your end step, you may pay {1}{W/B}. When you do, return target creature card with mana value X or less from your graveyard to the battlefield, where X is the amount of life you gained this turn."

What is the current price of Rodolf Duskbringer? Pricing

The current market price for Rodolf Duskbringer is approximately $4.07 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €4.36 EUR.

Where can I buy Rodolf Duskbringer? Pricing

You can purchase Rodolf Duskbringer 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 Rodolf Duskbringer legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Rodolf Duskbringer in Standard is not available.

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

Is Rodolf Duskbringer legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Rodolf Duskbringer in Modern is not available.

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

Is Rodolf Duskbringer legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Rodolf Duskbringer 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 Rodolf Duskbringer legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Rodolf Duskbringer in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Rodolf Duskbringer legal in Legacy? Legality

Rodolf Duskbringer is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Rodolf Duskbringer legal in Vintage? Legality

Rodolf Duskbringer 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 Rodolf Duskbringer legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Rodolf Duskbringer 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 Rodolf Duskbringer from? Details

This printing of Rodolf Duskbringer is from J22 (J22), with collector number 25.

Rodolf Duskbringer may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Rodolf Duskbringer's rarity? Details

Rodolf Duskbringer is a rare card in J22.

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

Who illustrated Rodolf Duskbringer? Details

Rodolf Duskbringer was illustrated by Billy Christian.

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

What is Rodolf Duskbringer's power and toughness? Details

Rodolf Duskbringer is a 4/4 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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