Quick Answer

Smokebraider is a common Creature — Elemental Shaman from HOP (HOP) costing {1}{R}. Current price: $0.26 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Smokebraider MTG card

Smokebraider

Creature — Elemental Shaman

Card Text

{T}: Add two mana in any combination of colors. Spend this mana only to cast Elemental spells or activate abilities of Elementals.

"Be silent and listen to your inner fire. Only then can you walk the Path of Flame."

Card Stats

1/1 common CMC: 2.0 HOP HOP 🎨 Anthony S. Waters

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.26
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Cardmarket
€0.08
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Cardmarket
€0.12
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smokebraider? Basics

Smokebraider is a Creature — Elemental Shaman card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{T}: Add two mana in any combination of colors. Spend this mana only to cast Elemental spells or activate abilities of Elementals."

How much mana does Smokebraider cost to cast? Basics

Smokebraider 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.

Smokebraider'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.

Smokebraider 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.

Smokebraider's current oracle text is: "{T}: Add two mana in any combination of colors. Spend this mana only to cast Elemental spells or activate abilities of Elementals."

What is the current price of Smokebraider? Pricing

The current market price for Smokebraider is approximately $0.26 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.08 EUR.

Where can I buy Smokebraider? Pricing

You can purchase Smokebraider 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 Smokebraider legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Smokebraider in Standard is not available.

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

Is Smokebraider legal in Modern? Legality

Smokebraider is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Smokebraider legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Smokebraider 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 Smokebraider legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Smokebraider in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Smokebraider legal in Legacy? Legality

Smokebraider is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Smokebraider legal in Vintage? Legality

Smokebraider 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 Smokebraider legal in Pauper? Legality

Smokebraider 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 Smokebraider from? Details

This printing of Smokebraider is from HOP (HOP), with collector number 66.

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

What is Smokebraider's rarity? Details

Smokebraider is a common card in HOP.

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

Who illustrated Smokebraider? Details

Smokebraider was illustrated by Anthony S. Waters.

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

What is Smokebraider's power and toughness? Details

Smokebraider is a 1/1 creature.

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

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