Quick Answer

Star Athlete is a rare Creature — Human Warrior from DSC (DSC) costing {1}{R}{R}. Current price: $0.31 USD. Legal in Commander.

Star Athlete MTG card

Star Athlete

Creature — Human Warrior

Card Text

Menace Whenever this creature attacks, choose up to one target nonland permanent. Its controller may sacrifice it. If they don't, this creature deals 5 damage to that player. Blitz {3}{R} (If you cast this spell for its blitz cost, it gains haste and "When this creature dies, draw a card." Sacrifice it at the beginning of the next end step.)

Card Stats

3/2 rare CMC: 3.0 DSC DSC 🎨 Andrey Kuzinskiy
Blitz Menace

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$0.31
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$0.99
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€0.69
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€0.58
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Star Athlete? Basics

Star Athlete is a Creature — Human Warrior card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Menace Whenever this creature attacks, choose up to one target nonland permanent. Its controller may sacrifice it. If they don't, this creature deals 5 damage to that player. Blitz {3}{R} (If you cast this spell for its blitz cost, it gains haste and "When this creature dies, draw a card." Sacrifice it at the beginning of the next end step.)"

How much mana does Star Athlete cost to cast? Basics

Star Athlete has a mana cost of {1}{R}{R}, which equals 3.0 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.

Star Athlete's mana cost of {1}{R}{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.

Star Athlete has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Star Athlete's current oracle text is: "Menace Whenever this creature attacks, choose up to one target nonland permanent. Its controller may sacrifice it. If they don't, this creature deals 5 damage to that player. Blitz {3}{R} (If you cast this spell for its blitz cost, it gains haste and "When this creature dies, draw a card." Sacrifice it at the beginning of the next end step.)"

What is the current price of Star Athlete? Pricing

The current market price for Star Athlete is approximately $0.31 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.69 EUR.

Where can I buy Star Athlete? Pricing

You can purchase Star Athlete 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 Star Athlete legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Star Athlete in Standard is not available.

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

Is Star Athlete legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Star Athlete in Modern is not available.

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

Is Star Athlete legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Star Athlete 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 Star Athlete legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Star Athlete in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Star Athlete legal in Legacy? Legality

Star Athlete is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Star Athlete legal in Vintage? Legality

Star Athlete 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 Star Athlete legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Star Athlete 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 Star Athlete from? Details

This printing of Star Athlete is from DSC (DSC), with collector number 29.

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

What is Star Athlete's rarity? Details

Star Athlete is a rare card in DSC.

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

Who illustrated Star Athlete? Details

Star Athlete was illustrated by Andrey Kuzinskiy.

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

What is Star Athlete's power and toughness? Details

Star Athlete is a 3/2 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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