Skip to main content
Reference artwork · details may differ from this copy
About This Card

Purphoros, God of the Forge is a Mythic Rare foil legendary enchantment creature from the 2023 Commander Masters set. This card features powerful abilities tied to red mana devotion and board presence.

Purphoros, God of the Forge

2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander Masters

No Listings Available

No listings available right now.

Market Value
Raw/Ungraded Market: $30.50
Stale · as of 10/5/2026
Based on Aggregated Price GuideCheck Price Guide

Market & Price History

Prices Captured Oct 5, 2026
  • $30.50As of 10/5/2026
    Source
    Guide Estimate
    Trend
    Price Details
  • $78.12As of 10/5/2026
    Source
    Guide Estimate
    Trend
    Price Details

30-day Price History

Raw / Ungraded

PriceCharting Price Guide · Guide Estimate evidence · captured Oct 5, 2026

History is building. At least two days of matching observations are needed to show a trend.

Each point is the last stored observation that day for this printing, condition, grader, autograph status and source. Gaps mean no observation; guide estimates and asking prices are not completed sales.
Product Overview

Description

Released in 2023 as part of the Commander Masters set, Purphoros, God of the Forge stands out as a Mythic Rare foil card numbered 246. This legendary enchantment creature brings a unique dynamic to the table, requiring players to manage their red mana devotion to keep the God on the battlefield. Once active, it serves as a formidable presence with six power and five toughness, making it difficult to remove without specific interaction. The card’s mechanics are central to its appeal among Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. It triggers damage whenever another creature enters your side of the field, dealing two damage to each opponent. This ability rewards aggressive strategies and creature-heavy decks, turning every summon into a potential threat. Additionally, the card offers a flexible mana ability, allowing you to boost the power of your creatures by one until the end of the turn for two generic and one red mana. This utility makes it a versatile tool for closing out games or stabilizing against incoming attacks. As a Commander Masters release, this card is designed for the casual Commander format, offering a fresh take on legendary creatures that can reshape the game. Its high rarity and distinctive finish make it a sought-after addition for those building thematic decks or completing set collections. Whether you are a seasoned player looking to add power to your deck or a collector seeking a premium foil card, Purphoros, God of the Forge represents a key component of the 2023 Commander Masters expansion. Its blend of narrative significance and mechanical depth continues to make it a notable entry in the Magic: The Gathering catalog.

Seller Action
Have one of these to sell?

We'll pre-fill the product details from this catalog entry, so your listing lands on this exact page. Just add photos of your copy, pick its condition, and set your price.

Product Specs

Card Details

The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

The core identity of the card within the set.

Year

2023

Series

Commander Masters

Card Number

#246

Featured Subject

The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.

Rarity

Mythic Rare

Artist

Eric Deschamps

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{3}{R}

Type

Legendary Enchantment Creature — God

Power / Toughness

6 / 5

Color

R

Card Text

Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.

Indestructible As long as your devotion to red is less than five, Purphoros isn't a creature. Whenever another creature you control enters, Purphoros deals 2 damage to each opponent. {2}{R}: Creatures you control get +1/+0 until end of turn.

Magic: The Gathering and related names, images, symbols, and marks are trademarks or copyrights of Wizards of the Coast LLC. SuperCatch is an independent marketplace and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Wizards of the Coast. Some Magic reference content is unofficial Fan Content under the Wizards of the Coast Fan Content Policy. Full attribution.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Purphoros, God of the Forge a legendary creature?

Yes, it is a Legendary Enchantment Creature — God type. This means it follows the "legend rule," where you can only control one copy of it at a time, and if you control more than one, you must put all copies into your graveyard.

What is the mana cost for this card?

The mana cost is {3}{R}, meaning it requires three generic mana and one red mana to cast. It has a mana value of four, which can be relevant for cards that care about the converted mana cost of spells.

How does the devotion mechanic work for this God?

Purphoros is not a creature as long as your devotion to red is less than five. Devotion is calculated by the total number of red mana symbols in the mana costs of permanents you control. Once you have five or more, it becomes a creature on the battlefield.

Cards Named Purphoros, God of the Forge

Explore cards with this name across sets and editions. Check each card’s details before choosing a version.