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Dwarven Catapult
5ED · Fifth Edition #220 · Uncommon · released 1997-03-24
{X}{R}
Instant
Dwarven Catapult deals X damage divided evenly, rounded down, among all creatures target opponent controls.
"Often greatly outnumbered in battle, dwarves relied on catapults as one means of damaging a large army."
—*Sarpadian Empires, vol. IV*
Dwarven Catapult is an uncommon red instant from Fifth Edition (1997). It has been printed 4 times across 4 sets, from 1994 to 2007. Recent market prices range from $0.20 to $0.99 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
USD$0.23
Format legality
Where you can play Dwarven Catapult in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (4)
Prices range from $0.20 to $0.99 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Fallen Empires at $0.20.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fallen Empires | 51 | Uncommon | $0.20 | — |
| Pro Tour Collector Set | et51sb | Uncommon | $0.99 | — |
| Fifth Edition This page | 220 | Uncommon | $0.23 | — |
| Masters Edition | 91 | Uncommon | — | — |
More from Fifth Edition
Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (3).
- 2014-02-01If the targeted opponent controls more than X creatures, no damage will be dealt to any of them.
- 2007-09-16For example, if X is 5 and the targeted opponent controls three creatures, Dwarven Catapult deals 1 damage to each of those creatures.
- 2004-10-04Count the number of creatures on resolution of the spell and divide X by that number at that time. If the number of creatures changes before resolution, the damage done may be different than what you expected.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dwarven Catapult legal in Commander?
Yes — Dwarven Catapult is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Dwarven Catapult legal in?
Dwarven Catapult is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
How many times has Dwarven Catapult been printed?
Dwarven Catapult has been printed 4 times across 4 sets, from 1994 to 2007.
What is the cheapest printing of Dwarven Catapult?
The cheapest printing is Fallen Empires (#51) at about $0.20.
Who illustrated Dwarven Catapult?
This printing of Dwarven Catapult was illustrated by Jeff A. Menges.