Archon of Cruelty — Frequently Asked Questions

8 common questions about Archon of Cruelty in MTG — View Archon of Cruelty

What does Archon of Cruelty do?

Archon of Cruelty is a Creature — Archon. Its Oracle text reads: "Flying Whenever this creature enters or attacks, target opponent sacrifices a creature or planeswalker of their choice, discards a card, and loses 3 life. You draw a card and gain 3 life." — view the full Oracle text on Scryfall.

What type of card is Archon of Cruelty?

Archon of Cruelty is a Creature — Archon. It is a Mythic Rare card from the Modern Horizons 2 set. Learn more about Cantrip in our MTG wiki.

What format is Archon of Cruelty legal in?

Archon of Cruelty is legal in: Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander. Learn more about Modern format in our wiki. Check Gatherer for the official rulings.

How much does Archon of Cruelty cost?

The current market price for Archon of Cruelty is approximately $8.05 USD. Prices fluctuate based on demand, format legality, and new set releases. View the latest price and price history chart. Buy on TCGPlayer.

What set is Archon of Cruelty from?

Archon of Cruelty was printed in Modern Horizons 2. Browse all cards from Modern Horizons 2.

Is Archon of Cruelty good in Commander?

Yes, Archon of Cruelty is legal in Commander. Learn more about the Commander format in our wiki.

What cards are similar to Archon of Cruelty?

There are 20 cards similar to Archon of Cruelty with comparable effects or strategies. Some notable alternatives include Arbiter of Woe, Cruel Ultimatum, Summon: Anima. View all cards similar to Archon of Cruelty.

What are budget alternatives to Archon of Cruelty?

Since Archon of Cruelty costs $8.05, you may want to explore more affordable alternatives under $2 that fill a similar role in your deck. View budget alternatives to Archon of Cruelty.

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