Altar of Shadows
Magic: The Gathering | Mirrodin - Singles
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| Rarity | R |
| Number | 143 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | Mirrodin |
| Available | 13 items |
| From | $0.50 |
| Type | Artifact |
Format Legality
About Altar of Shadows
Altar of Shadows from Mirrodin is currently available from around $0.39. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
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At the beginning of your first main phase, add for each charge counter on this artifact., 
: Destroy target creature. Then put a charge counter on this artifact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Altar of Shadows worth?
Altar of Shadows is currently shown on Card Synced from about $0.39 for Mirrodin. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
Altar of Shadows currently shows mostly this printing in this view, which can help when comparing direct availability and condition.
Is Altar of Shadows legal in Commander?
Altar of Shadows is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern.
Is Altar of Shadows 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 Altar of Shadows on the Reserved List?
No. Altar of Shadows is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Altar of Shadows in-game text?
In game, Altar of Shadows is a Artifact with text that starts: "At the beginning of your first main phase, add {B} for each charge counter on this artifact.".
How popular is Altar of Shadows in Commander decks?
Altar of Shadows ranks #21,717 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
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Searchers looking for Altar of Shadows 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.