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Herald of War
FDC · Foundations Commander #34 · Rare · released 2026-10-02
{3}{W}{W}
Creature — Angel
Flying
Whenever this creature attacks, put a +1/+1 counter on it.
Angel spells and Human spells you cast cost {1} less to cast for each +1/+1 counter on this creature.
Herald of War is a rare white creature from Foundations Commander (2026). It has been printed 4 times across 4 sets, from 2012 to 2026. Recent market prices range from $0.88 to $10.43 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
USD$3.50
Format legality
Where you can play Herald of War in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (4)
Prices range from $0.88 to $10.43 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Foundations Commander at $0.88.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avacyn Restored | 24 | Rare | $3.36 | $10.43 |
| Midnight Hunt Commander | 86 | Rare | $2.88 | — |
| Foundations Jumpstart | 207 | Rare | $2.46 | — |
| Foundations Commander This page | 34 | Rare | $0.88 | — |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (5).
- 2012-05-01The +1/+1 counter is put on Herald of War before blockers are declared and combat damage is dealt.
- 2012-05-01The cost reduction is based on the total number of +1/+1 counters on Herald of War, not just the ones put on it by its own ability.
- 2012-05-01If there are additional costs to cast a creature spell, such as a kicker cost, apply those increases before applying cost reductions.
- 2012-05-01A creature spell that's both an Angel and a Human will cost {1} less to cast for each +1/+1 counter on Herald of War.
- 2012-05-01To determine the total cost of a spell, start with the mana cost or alternative cost (such as a flashback cost) you're paying, add any cost increases, then apply any cost reductions. The mana value of the spell is determined only by its mana cost, no matter what the total cost to cast the spell was.
Frequently asked questions
Is Herald of War legal in Commander?
Yes — Herald of War is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Herald of War legal in?
Herald of War is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Herald of War been printed?
Herald of War has been printed 4 times across 4 sets, from 2012 to 2026.
What is the cheapest printing of Herald of War?
The cheapest printing is Foundations Commander (#34) at about $0.88.
Who illustrated Herald of War?
This printing of Herald of War was illustrated by Eric Deschamps.