Beast of Burden
Magic: The Gathering | 9th Edition - Singles
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| Rarity | R |
| Number | 288 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | 9th Edition |
| Other Versions | |
| Available | 6 items |
| From | $0.50 |
| Type | Artifact Creature — Golem |
Format Legality
| Seller | Condition | Card price | Stock | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MP | $0.50 | 1 | ||
NM | $0.99 | 1 | ||
NM | $0.63 | 4 | Unavailable |
About Beast of Burden
Beast of Burden from 9th Edition is currently available from around $0.40. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
Mana Cost
Mana Value 6Power / Toughness
Card Text
Beast of Burden's power and toughness are each equal to the number of creatures on the battlefield.
Flavor Text
Though it was built as an instrument of labor, it wasn't long before it became an instrument of war.
Card Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Beast of Burden worth?
Beast of Burden is currently shown on Card Synced from about $0.40 for 9th Edition. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
Beast of Burden has 2 other tracked printings in other sets or variants, so you can compare across editions before buying.
Is Beast of Burden legal in Commander?
Beast of Burden is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern.
Is Beast of Burden legal in Modern, Pioneer, or Vintage?
This card can differ across formats. Card Synced shows a live legality snapshot from Oracle and updates it as rulings change. Use the legality table above to confirm full format details before buying.
Is Beast of Burden on the Reserved List?
No. Beast of Burden is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Beast of Burden in-game text?
In game, Beast of Burden is a Artifact Creature — Golem with text that starts: "Beast of Burden's power and toughness are each equal to the number of creatures on the battlefield.".
How popular is Beast of Burden in Commander decks?
Beast of Burden ranks #17,494 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
Other Printings of Beast of Burden
This card has been printed in 2 other sets. Compare prices across different editions.
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Searchers looking for Beast of Burden legality or value usually care about the same things: current format status, available printings, and whether the card is seeing fresh demand from Commander, Modern, or Pioneer players. This page keeps those signals together.