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Damping Matrix
MRD · Mirrodin #161 · Rare · released 2003-10-02
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Artifact
Activated abilities of artifacts and creatures can't be activated unless they're mana abilities.
The priests tried cursing it. The mages tried dispelling it. In the end, they all obeyed it.
Damping Matrix is a rare artifact from Mirrodin (2003). It has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 2003 to 2017. Recent market prices range from $0.83 to $12.44 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
USD$1.18
USD Foil$12.44
Format legality
Where you can play Damping Matrix in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (2)
Prices range from $0.83 to $12.44 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Modern Masters 2017 at $0.83.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirrodin This page | 161 | Rare | $1.18 | $12.44 |
| Modern Masters 2017 | 218 | Rare | $0.83 | $3.68 |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (3).
- 2017-03-14Activated abilities contain a colon. They’re generally written “[Cost]: [Effect].” Some keyword abilities, such as equip, are activated abilities and will have colons in their reminder text.
- 2017-03-14A mana ability is an ability that produces mana, not an ability that costs mana.
- 2017-03-14Damping Matrix’s ability affects only artifacts and creatures on the battlefield. Activated abilities that work in other zones (such as bloodrush or unearth) can still be activated. Triggered abilities (starting with “when,” “whenever,” or “at”) are unaffected.
Frequently asked questions
Is Damping Matrix legal in Commander?
Yes — Damping Matrix is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Damping Matrix legal in?
Damping Matrix is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Damping Matrix been printed?
Damping Matrix has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 2003 to 2017.
What is the cheapest printing of Damping Matrix?
The cheapest printing is Modern Masters 2017 (#218) at about $0.83.
Who illustrated Damping Matrix?
This printing of Damping Matrix was illustrated by Mike Dringenberg.