Quick Answer

Thorn of the Black Rose is a common Creature — Human Assassin from CMM (CMM) costing {3}{B}. Current price: $0.1 USD. Legal in Commander.

Thorn of the Black Rose MTG card

Thorn of the Black Rose

Creature — Human Assassin

Card Text

Deathtouch When this creature enters, you become the monarch.

If bribery and intimidation fail, Marchesa turns to her favorite form of persuasion.

Card Stats

1/3 common CMC: 4.0 CMM CMM 🎨 David Gaillet
Deathtouch

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.10
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TCGPlayer
$0.19
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.99
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.28
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Cardmarket
€0.43
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thorn of the Black Rose? Basics

Thorn of the Black Rose is a Creature — Human Assassin card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Deathtouch When this creature enters, you become the monarch."

How much mana does Thorn of the Black Rose cost to cast? Basics

Thorn of the Black Rose has a mana cost of {3}{B}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

Thorn of the Black Rose's mana cost of {3}{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.

Thorn of the Black Rose 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.

Thorn of the Black Rose's current oracle text is: "Deathtouch When this creature enters, you become the monarch."

What is the current price of Thorn of the Black Rose? Pricing

The current market price for Thorn of the Black Rose is approximately $0.1 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.19 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.28 EUR.

Where can I buy Thorn of the Black Rose? Pricing

You can purchase Thorn of the Black Rose 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.

Thorn of the Black Rose normal: $0.1 | foil: $0.19

Is Thorn of the Black Rose legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Thorn of the Black Rose in Standard is not available.

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

Is Thorn of the Black Rose legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Thorn of the Black Rose in Modern is not available.

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

Is Thorn of the Black Rose legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Thorn of the Black Rose 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 Thorn of the Black Rose legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Thorn of the Black Rose in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Thorn of the Black Rose legal in Legacy? Legality

Thorn of the Black Rose is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Thorn of the Black Rose legal in Vintage? Legality

Thorn of the Black Rose 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 Thorn of the Black Rose legal in Pauper? Legality

Thorn of the Black Rose 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 Thorn of the Black Rose from? Details

This printing of Thorn of the Black Rose is from CMM (CMM), with collector number 190.

Thorn of the Black Rose may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Thorn of the Black Rose's rarity? Details

Thorn of the Black Rose is a common card in CMM.

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

Who illustrated Thorn of the Black Rose? Details

Thorn of the Black Rose was illustrated by David Gaillet.

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

What is Thorn of the Black Rose's power and toughness? Details

Thorn of the Black Rose is a 1/3 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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