Quick Answer

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad is a mythic Legendary Planeswalker — Sorin from DDK (DDK) costing {2}{W}{B}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad MTG card

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad

Legendary Planeswalker — Sorin

Card Text

[+1]: Create a 1/1 black Vampire creature token with lifelink. [−2]: You get an emblem with "Creatures you control get +1/+0." [−6]: Destroy up to three target creatures and/or other planeswalkers. Return each card put into a graveyard this way to the battlefield under your control.

Card Stats

Loyalty: 3 mythic CMC: 4.0 DDK DDK 🎨 Chase Stone

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sorin, Lord of Innistrad? Basics

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad is a Legendary Planeswalker — Sorin card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "[+1]: Create a 1/1 black Vampire creature token with lifelink. [−2]: You get an emblem with "Creatures you control get +1/+0." [−6]: Destroy up to three target creatures and/or other planeswalkers. Return each card put into a graveyard this way to the battlefield under your control."

How much mana does Sorin, Lord of Innistrad cost to cast? Basics

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad has a mana cost of {2}{W}{B}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, W 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.

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad's mana cost of {2}{W}{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.

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad's current oracle text is: "[+1]: Create a 1/1 black Vampire creature token with lifelink. [−2]: You get an emblem with "Creatures you control get +1/+0." [−6]: Destroy up to three target creatures and/or other planeswalkers. Return each card put into a graveyard this way to the battlefield under your control."

What is the current price of Sorin, Lord of Innistrad? Pricing

Price data for Sorin, Lord of Innistrad is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Sorin, Lord of Innistrad? Pricing

You can purchase Sorin, Lord of Innistrad 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 Sorin, Lord of Innistrad legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Sorin, Lord of Innistrad in Standard is not available.

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

Is Sorin, Lord of Innistrad legal in Modern? Legality

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Sorin, Lord of Innistrad legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad 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 Sorin, Lord of Innistrad legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Sorin, Lord of Innistrad in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Sorin, Lord of Innistrad legal in Legacy? Legality

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Sorin, Lord of Innistrad legal in Vintage? Legality

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad 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 Sorin, Lord of Innistrad legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Sorin, Lord of Innistrad 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 Sorin, Lord of Innistrad from? Details

This printing of Sorin, Lord of Innistrad is from DDK (DDK), with collector number 1.

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Sorin, Lord of Innistrad's rarity? Details

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad is a mythic card in DDK.

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

Who illustrated Sorin, Lord of Innistrad? Details

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad was illustrated by Chase Stone.

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

What is Sorin, Lord of Innistrad's starting loyalty? Details

Sorin, Lord of Innistrad enters the battlefield with 3 loyalty counters.

Planeswalker abilities add or remove loyalty counters when activated. If a planeswalker's loyalty reaches zero (through damage or ability costs), it's put into the graveyard.

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