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Cathodion
USG · Urza's Saga #287 · Uncommon · released 1998-10-12
{3}
Artifact Creature — Construct
When this creature dies, add {C}{C}{C}.
Instead of creating a tool that would be damaged by heat, the Thran built one that was charged by it.
Cathodion is an uncommon creature from Urza's Saga (1998). It has been printed 8 times across 8 sets, from 1998 to 2020. Recent market prices range from $0.09 to $7.44 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
USD$0.31
Format legality
Where you can play Cathodion in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (8)
Prices range from $0.09 to $7.44 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Commander 2014 at $0.09.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urza's Saga This page | 287 | Uncommon | $0.31 | — |
| Mirrodin | 149 | Uncommon | $0.26 | $7.44 |
| Commander 2014 | 234 | Uncommon | $0.09 | — |
| Modern Masters 2015 | 203 | Common | $0.26 | $0.28 |
| Commander Anthology Volume II | 179 | Uncommon | $0.43 | — |
| Ultimate Masters | 226 | Common | $0.17 | $0.32 |
| The List | CM2-179 | Uncommon | $0.30 | — |
| Double Masters | 237 | Common | $0.22 | $0.31 |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (3).
- 2011-01-25You get the mana whether you want it or not. If you don't spend it, it will disappear at the end of the current step (or phase).
- 2011-01-25The triggered ability isn't a mana ability. It uses the stack and can be responded to.
- 2004-10-04The ability is never a mana ability.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cathodion legal in Commander?
Yes — Cathodion is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Cathodion legal in?
Cathodion is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Cathodion been printed?
Cathodion has been printed 8 times across 8 sets, from 1998 to 2020.
What is the cheapest printing of Cathodion?
The cheapest printing is Commander 2014 (#234) at about $0.09.
Who illustrated Cathodion?
This printing of Cathodion was illustrated by Henry G. Higginbotham.