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Molten-Core Maestro
PSOS · Secrets of Strixhaven Promos #125p · Rare · released 2026-04-24
{1}{R}
Creature — Goblin Bard
Menace
Opus — Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature. If five or more mana was spent to cast that spell, add an amount of {R} equal to this creature's power.
"My media? Fury and flame."
Molten-Core Maestro is a rare red creature from Secrets of Strixhaven Promos (2026). It has been printed 3 times across 2 sets. Recent market prices range from $0.41 to $2.16 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic and Brawl.
USD$1.42
USD Foil$2.22
Format legality
Where you can play Molten-Core Maestro in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardLegal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (3)
Prices range from $0.41 to $2.16 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Secrets of Strixhaven at $0.41.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secrets of Strixhaven Promos This page | 125p | Rare | $1.22 | $2.16 |
| Secrets of Strixhaven | 335 | Rare | $0.80 | $0.86 |
| Secrets of Strixhaven | 125 | Rare | $0.41 | $0.66 |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (2).
- 2026-03-20An opus ability resolves before the spell that caused it to trigger. It resolves even if that spell is countered or otherwise leaves the stack.
- 2026-03-20Molten-Core Maestro's last ability is not a mana ability. It uses the stack and can be responded to.
Frequently asked questions
Is Molten-Core Maestro legal in Commander?
Yes — Molten-Core Maestro is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Molten-Core Maestro legal in?
Molten-Core Maestro is legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic and Brawl.
How many times has Molten-Core Maestro been printed?
Molten-Core Maestro has been printed 3 times across 2 sets.
What is the cheapest printing of Molten-Core Maestro?
The cheapest printing is Secrets of Strixhaven (#125) at about $0.41.
Who illustrated Molten-Core Maestro?
This printing of Molten-Core Maestro was illustrated by Aleksi Briclot.