Magic: The Gathering

Ironclaw Curse

Fifth Edition 244 • rare

Set: Fifth Edition
Collector number: 244
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: red mana
Type: Enchantment
Colors: Red
Artist: Dennis Detwiller
Market price: $0.26

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What it's worth

$0.26market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$0.26 – $0.33 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare card from the Fifth Edition, this piece represents a distinct chapter in the history of the game. Collectors prize it for its unique place within the series, making it a meaningful addition for those documenting the evolution of the card pool.

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What it does

Enchant creature

Enchanted creature gets -0/-1.

Enchanted creature can't block creatures with power equal to or greater than the enchanted creature's toughness.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Ironclaw Curse was released in 1997 as part of the Fifth Edition core set for Magic: The Gathering. As a core set, Fifth Edition was designed to consolidate various cards from previous expansions into a cohesive, evergreen selection available to new players, marking a pivotal moment where the game refined its rules and visual consistency. This particular card reflects the high-fantasy aesthetic prominent in the mid-nineties, capturing the essence of the game's early dark-fantasy influences.

The artwork for this card was created by artist Christopher Rush, one of the most iconic illustrators in the game's history. Rush was known for his distinct, expressive style that defined the visual identity of early Magic: The Gathering. His depiction of the Ironclaw Curse aimed to visualize the brutal, visceral nature of goblin-themed mechanics, and the card remains a notable example of the grit and thematic intensity that defined the collectible card game's inaugural years.

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About

About Ironclaw Curse

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