Balor — Frequently Asked Questions

8 common questions about Balor in MTG — View Balor

What does Balor do?

Balor is a Creature — Demon. Its Oracle text reads: "Flying Whenever this creature attacks or dies, choose one or more. Each mode must target a different player. • Target opponent draws three cards, then discards three cards at random. • Target opponent sacrifices a nontoken artifact of their choice. • This creature deals damage to target opponent equal to the number of cards in their hand." — view the full Oracle text on Scryfall.

What type of card is Balor?

Balor is a Creature — Demon. It is a Mythic Rare card from the Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate set. Learn more about Burn in our MTG wiki.

What format is Balor legal in?

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

How much does Balor cost?

The current market price for Balor is approximately $4.90 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 Balor from?

Balor was printed in Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate. Browse all cards from Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate.

Is Balor good in Commander?

Yes, Balor is legal in Commander. Learn more about the Commander format in our wiki.

What cards are similar to Balor?

There are 20 cards similar to Balor with comparable effects or strategies. Some notable alternatives include Chaos Balor, Vindictive Lich, Thundering Djinn. View all cards similar to Balor.

What are budget alternatives to Balor?

Since Balor costs $4.90, you may want to explore more affordable alternatives under $2 that fill a similar role in your deck. View budget alternatives to Balor.

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