Quick Answer

Torch Drake is a common Creature — Drake from GPT (GPT) costing {3}{U}. Current price: $0.09 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Torch Drake MTG card

Torch Drake

Creature — Drake

Card Text

Flying {1}{R}: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn.

"Drakes? Bah! Things that breathe don't interest me. It breathes *fire*, you say? Well, that's a different story!" —Zataz, Izzet clockwork artificer

Card Stats

2/2 common CMC: 4.0 GPT GPT 🎨 Daren Bader
Flying

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.09
Normal
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TCGPlayer
$0.25
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.04
Normal
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Cardmarket
€0.25
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Torch Drake? Basics

Torch Drake is a Creature — Drake card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying {1}{R}: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn."

How much mana does Torch Drake cost to cast? Basics

Torch Drake has a mana cost of {3}{U}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Torch Drake's mana cost of {3}{U} 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.

Torch Drake 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.

Torch Drake's current oracle text is: "Flying {1}{R}: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn."

What is the current price of Torch Drake? Pricing

The current market price for Torch Drake is approximately $0.09 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.25 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.04 EUR.

Where can I buy Torch Drake? Pricing

You can purchase Torch Drake 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.

Torch Drake normal: $0.09 | foil: $0.25

Is Torch Drake legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Torch Drake in Standard is not available.

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

Is Torch Drake legal in Modern? Legality

Torch Drake is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Torch Drake legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Torch Drake 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 Torch Drake legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Torch Drake in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Torch Drake legal in Legacy? Legality

Torch Drake is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Torch Drake legal in Vintage? Legality

Torch Drake 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 Torch Drake legal in Pauper? Legality

Torch Drake 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 Torch Drake from? Details

This printing of Torch Drake is from GPT (GPT), with collector number 38.

Torch Drake may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Torch Drake's rarity? Details

Torch Drake is a common card in GPT.

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

Who illustrated Torch Drake? Details

Torch Drake was illustrated by Daren Bader.

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

What is Torch Drake's power and toughness? Details

Torch Drake is a 2/2 creature.

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

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