Magic: The Gathering

Disciple of Bolas

New Capenna Commander 247 • rare

Set: New Capenna Commander
Collector number: 247
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 3 generic mana black mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Black
Artist: Slawomir Maniak
Market price: $1.15

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$1.15market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.84 – $1.15 over the tracked period

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What it does

When this creature enters, sacrifice another creature. You gain X life and draw X cards, where X is that creature's power.

"Lord Bolas has shown me how each miserable little life holds untold resources."

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Disciple of Bolas was originally introduced in the 2012 Magic: The Gathering Core Set as a powerful utility creature focused on card advantage and graveyard interaction. Its design centers on the flavor of sacrificing a creature to gain life and draw cards, representing the ruthless pragmatism of the character Nicol Bolas. The card has become a staple in black-aligned Commander decks due to its ability to turn board state into fuel for future plays.

This specific iteration, featuring artwork by Slawomir Maniak, was released as part of the New Capenna Commander set. Maniak's interpretation maintains the established aesthetic of the character, emphasizing a dark, high-fantasy style that aligns with the visual language of the game's broader multiverse. The reprint was well-received by players for its continued utility and the inclusion of fresh art, which keeps the card relevant in contemporary deck building.

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