Magic: The Gathering

Rathi Dragon

Ninth Edition 210 • rare

Set: Ninth Edition
Collector number: 210
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 2 generic mana red mana red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Red
Artist: Christopher Rush
Market price: $0.40

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What it's worth

$0.40market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$0.36 – $0.41 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare card, the Rathi Dragon represents a powerful presence on the table, demanding a sacrifice of land to bring its formidable strength into play. This high cost reflects its status as a significant asset for any collector who values tactical weight and the distinct visual legacy of its specific set.

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Card face

What it does

Flying (This creature can't be blocked except by creatures with flying or reach.)

When this creature enters, sacrifice it unless you sacrifice two Mountains.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Rathi Dragon was originally introduced in the Tempest expansion of Magic: The Gathering in 1997, representing the aggressive, high-risk playstyle associated with the dragon creature type in the game. The Ninth Edition version, released in 2005, brought this powerful red creature into the modern frame, reflecting the game's shift toward more accessible, standardized card aesthetics for its core sets.

The artwork for the card was created by fantasy illustrator Donato Giancola. His design captures the volatile nature of the Rathi Dragon, emphasizing its massive scale and predatory intensity. The piece was well-received by players for its dynamic composition, which remains a notable example of the high-fantasy aesthetic that defined mid-2000s Magic: The Gathering card art.

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About

About Rathi Dragon

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