Quick Answer

The Horus Heresy is a rare Enchantment — Saga from 40K (40K) costing {3}{U}{B}{R}. Current price: $1.01 USD. Legal in Commander.

The Horus Heresy MTG card

The Horus Heresy

Enchantment — Saga

Card Text

(As this Saga enters and after your draw step, add a lore counter. Sacrifice after III.) I — For each opponent, gain control of up to one target nonlegendary creature that player controls for as long as this Saga remains on the battlefield. II — Draw a card for each creature you control but don't own. III — Starting with you, each player chooses a creature. Destroy each creature chosen this way.

Card Stats

rare CMC: 6.0 40K 40K 🎨 Roman Tishenin

Market Prices

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$1.01
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$1.99
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$2.49
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€1.82
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€3.71
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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 (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Horus Heresy? Basics

The Horus Heresy is a Enchantment — Saga card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "(As this Saga enters and after your draw step, add a lore counter. Sacrifice after III.) I — For each opponent, gain control of up to one target nonlegendary creature that player controls for as long as this Saga remains on the battlefield. II — Draw a card for each creature you control but don't own. III — Starting with you, each player chooses a creature. Destroy each creature chosen this way."

How much mana does The Horus Heresy cost to cast? Basics

The Horus Heresy has a mana cost of {3}{U}{B}{R}, which equals 6.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, R, U 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.

The Horus Heresy's mana cost of {3}{U}{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.

The Horus Heresy 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.

The Horus Heresy's current oracle text is: "(As this Saga enters and after your draw step, add a lore counter. Sacrifice after III.) I — For each opponent, gain control of up to one target nonlegendary creature that player controls for as long as this Saga remains on the battlefield. II — Draw a card for each creature you control but don't own. III — Starting with you, each player chooses a creature. Destroy each creature chosen this way."

What is the current price of The Horus Heresy? Pricing

The current market price for The Horus Heresy is approximately $1.01 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.82 EUR.

Where can I buy The Horus Heresy? Pricing

You can purchase The Horus Heresy 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 The Horus Heresy legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for The Horus Heresy in Standard is not available.

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

Is The Horus Heresy legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for The Horus Heresy in Modern is not available.

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

Is The Horus Heresy legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

The Horus Heresy 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 The Horus Heresy legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for The Horus Heresy in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is The Horus Heresy legal in Legacy? Legality

The Horus Heresy is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is The Horus Heresy legal in Vintage? Legality

The Horus Heresy 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 The Horus Heresy legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for The Horus Heresy 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 The Horus Heresy from? Details

This printing of The Horus Heresy is from 40K (40K), with collector number 126.

The Horus Heresy may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is The Horus Heresy's rarity? Details

The Horus Heresy is a rare card in 40K.

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

Who illustrated The Horus Heresy? Details

The Horus Heresy was illustrated by Roman Tishenin.

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

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