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Syrix, Carrier of the Flame is a rare Legendary Creature — Phoenix from NCC (NCC) costing {2}{B}{R}. Current price: $0.16 USD. Legal in Commander.

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame MTG card

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame

Legendary Creature — Phoenix

Card Text

Flying, haste At the beginning of each end step, if a creature card left your graveyard this turn, target Phoenix you control deals damage equal to its power to any target. Whenever another Phoenix you control dies, you may cast this card from your graveyard.

Card Stats

3/3 rare CMC: 4.0 NCC NCC 🎨 Brian Valeza
Flying Haste

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€0.02
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (4 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Syrix, Carrier of the Flame? Basics

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame is a Legendary Creature — Phoenix card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying, haste At the beginning of each end step, if a creature card left your graveyard this turn, target Phoenix you control deals damage equal to its power to any target. Whenever another Phoenix you control dies, you may cast this card from your graveyard."

How much mana does Syrix, Carrier of the Flame cost to cast? Basics

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame has a mana cost of {2}{B}{R}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, 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.

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame's mana cost of {2}{B}{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.

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame 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.

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame's current oracle text is: "Flying, haste At the beginning of each end step, if a creature card left your graveyard this turn, target Phoenix you control deals damage equal to its power to any target. Whenever another Phoenix you control dies, you may cast this card from your graveyard."

What is the current price of Syrix, Carrier of the Flame? Pricing

The current market price for Syrix, Carrier of the Flame is approximately $0.16 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.19 EUR.

Where can I buy Syrix, Carrier of the Flame? Pricing

You can purchase Syrix, Carrier of the Flame 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 Syrix, Carrier of the Flame legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Syrix, Carrier of the Flame in Standard is not available.

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

Is Syrix, Carrier of the Flame legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Syrix, Carrier of the Flame in Modern is not available.

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

Is Syrix, Carrier of the Flame legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame 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 Syrix, Carrier of the Flame legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Syrix, Carrier of the Flame in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Syrix, Carrier of the Flame legal in Legacy? Legality

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Syrix, Carrier of the Flame legal in Vintage? Legality

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame 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 Syrix, Carrier of the Flame legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Syrix, Carrier of the Flame 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 Syrix, Carrier of the Flame from? Details

This printing of Syrix, Carrier of the Flame is from NCC (NCC), with collector number 80.

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Syrix, Carrier of the Flame's rarity? Details

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame is a rare card in NCC.

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

Who illustrated Syrix, Carrier of the Flame? Details

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame was illustrated by Brian Valeza.

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

What is Syrix, Carrier of the Flame's power and toughness? Details

Syrix, Carrier of the Flame is a 3/3 creature.

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

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