Quick Answer

Wall of Torches is a common Creature — Wall from M12 (M12) costing {1}{R}. Current price: $0.06 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Wall of Torches MTG card

Wall of Torches

Creature — Wall

Card Text

Defender (This creature can't attack.)

The foolish try to leap through the unlit spaces. The arrogant believe the fires harmless. The wise find a different door.

Card Stats

4/1 common CMC: 2.0 M12 M12 🎨 Mike Bierek
Defender

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.06
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TCGPlayer
$0.29
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
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Cardmarket
€0.15
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€0.47
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wall of Torches? Basics

Wall of Torches is a Creature — Wall card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Defender (This creature can't attack.)"

How much mana does Wall of Torches cost to cast? Basics

Wall of Torches has a mana cost of {1}{R}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Wall of Torches's mana cost of {1}{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.

Wall of Torches has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Wall of Torches's current oracle text is: "Defender (This creature can't attack.)"

What is the current price of Wall of Torches? Pricing

The current market price for Wall of Torches is approximately $0.06 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.29 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.15 EUR.

Where can I buy Wall of Torches? Pricing

You can purchase Wall of Torches 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.

Wall of Torches normal: $0.06 | foil: $0.29

Is Wall of Torches legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Wall of Torches in Standard is not available.

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

Is Wall of Torches legal in Modern? Legality

Wall of Torches is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Wall of Torches legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Wall of Torches 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 Wall of Torches legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Wall of Torches in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Wall of Torches legal in Legacy? Legality

Wall of Torches is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Wall of Torches legal in Vintage? Legality

Wall of Torches 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 Wall of Torches legal in Pauper? Legality

Wall of Torches 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 Wall of Torches from? Details

This printing of Wall of Torches is from M12 (M12), with collector number 159.

Wall of Torches may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Wall of Torches's rarity? Details

Wall of Torches is a common card in M12.

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

Who illustrated Wall of Torches? Details

Wall of Torches was illustrated by Mike Bierek.

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

What is Wall of Torches's power and toughness? Details

Wall of Torches is a 4/1 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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