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Vadrok, Apex of Thunder is a mythic Legendary Creature — Elemental Dinosaur Cat from IKO (IKO) costing {U}{R}{W}. Current price: $0.53 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder MTG card

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder

Legendary Creature — Elemental Dinosaur Cat

Card Text

Mutate {1}{W/U}{R}{R} (If you cast this spell for its mutate cost, put it over or under target non-Human creature you own. They mutate into the creature on top plus all abilities from under it.) Flying, first strike Whenever this creature mutates, you may cast target noncreature card with mana value 3 or less from your graveyard without paying its mana cost.

Card Stats

3/3 mythic CMC: 3.0 IKO IKO 🎨 Zack Stella
First strike Flying Mutate

Market Prices

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$0.53
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TCGPlayer
$0.52
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Card Kingdom
$1.29
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$1.49
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Cardmarket
€0.99
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€0.87
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (7 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vadrok, Apex of Thunder? Basics

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder is a Legendary Creature — Elemental Dinosaur Cat card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Mutate {1}{W/U}{R}{R} (If you cast this spell for its mutate cost, put it over or under target non-Human creature you own. They mutate into the creature on top plus all abilities from under it.) Flying, first strike Whenever this creature mutates, you may cast target noncreature card with mana value 3 or less from your graveyard without paying its mana cost."

How much mana does Vadrok, Apex of Thunder cost to cast? Basics

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder has a mana cost of {U}{R}{W}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R, U, W 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.

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder's mana cost of {U}{R}{W} 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.

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder 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.

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder's current oracle text is: "Mutate {1}{W/U}{R}{R} (If you cast this spell for its mutate cost, put it over or under target non-Human creature you own. They mutate into the creature on top plus all abilities from under it.) Flying, first strike Whenever this creature mutates, you may cast target noncreature card with mana value 3 or less from your graveyard without paying its mana cost."

What is the current price of Vadrok, Apex of Thunder? Pricing

The current market price for Vadrok, Apex of Thunder is approximately $0.53 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.52 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.99 EUR.

Where can I buy Vadrok, Apex of Thunder? Pricing

You can purchase Vadrok, Apex of Thunder 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.

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder normal: $0.53 | foil: $0.52

Is Vadrok, Apex of Thunder legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Vadrok, Apex of Thunder in Standard is not available.

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

Is Vadrok, Apex of Thunder legal in Modern? Legality

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Vadrok, Apex of Thunder legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder 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 Vadrok, Apex of Thunder legal in Pioneer? Legality

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Vadrok, Apex of Thunder legal in Legacy? Legality

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Vadrok, Apex of Thunder legal in Vintage? Legality

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder 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 Vadrok, Apex of Thunder legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Vadrok, Apex of Thunder 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 Vadrok, Apex of Thunder from? Details

This printing of Vadrok, Apex of Thunder is from IKO (IKO), with collector number 214.

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Vadrok, Apex of Thunder's rarity? Details

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder is a mythic card in IKO.

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

Who illustrated Vadrok, Apex of Thunder? Details

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder was illustrated by Zack Stella.

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

What is Vadrok, Apex of Thunder's power and toughness? Details

Vadrok, Apex of Thunder 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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