War Elemental — Frequently Asked Questions
9 common questions about War Elemental in MTG — View War Elemental
What does War Elemental do?
War Elemental is a Creature — Elemental. Its Oracle text reads: "When this creature enters, sacrifice it unless an opponent was dealt damage this turn. Whenever an opponent is dealt damage, put that many +1/+1 counters on this creature. Power/Toughness: 1/1" — view the full Oracle text on Scryfall.
What type of card is War Elemental?
War Elemental is a Creature — Elemental. It is a Rare card from the Mirrodin set.
What format is War Elemental legal in?
War Elemental is legal in: Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander. Learn more about Modern format in our wiki.
How much does War Elemental cost?
The current market price for War Elemental is approximately $5.03 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 War Elemental from?
War Elemental was printed in Mirrodin. Browse all cards from Mirrodin.
Is War Elemental good in Commander?
Yes, War Elemental is legal in Commander. It has 14 known combos in Commander. See all combos with War Elemental. Learn more about the Commander format in our wiki.
What are the best combos with War Elemental?
War Elemental has 14 known combos. The most popular include: Shalai and Hallar (Infinite damage); All Will Be One (Infinite damage); Agatha's Soul Cauldron + Walking Ballista (Infinite damage). View all combos with War Elemental.
What cards are similar to War Elemental?
There are 20 cards similar to War Elemental with comparable effects or strategies. Some notable alternatives include Selfless Squire, Hungering Hydra, Bloodthirsty Adversary. View all cards similar to War Elemental.
What are budget alternatives to War Elemental?
Since War Elemental costs $5.03, you may want to explore more affordable alternatives under $2 that fill a similar role in your deck. View budget alternatives to War Elemental.
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