Quick Answer

Firebending Student is a rare Creature — Human Monk from TLA (TLA) costing {1}{R}. Current price: $1.07 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

Firebending Student MTG card

Firebending Student

Creature — Human Monk

Card Text

Prowess (Whenever you cast a noncreature spell, this creature gets +1/+1 until end of turn.) Firebending X, where X is this creature's power. (Whenever this creature attacks, add X {R}. This mana lasts until end of combat.)

"Fire is the element of power." —Iroh

Card Stats

1/2 rare CMC: 2.0 TLA TLA 🎨 Kozato
Prowess

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Market Prices

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$1.07
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$2.16
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$1.99
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$3.49
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€1.29
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€1.39
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Firebending Student? Basics

Firebending Student is a Creature — Human Monk card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Prowess (Whenever you cast a noncreature spell, this creature gets +1/+1 until end of turn.) Firebending X, where X is this creature's power. (Whenever this creature attacks, add X {R}. This mana lasts until end of combat.)"

How much mana does Firebending Student cost to cast? Basics

Firebending Student has a mana cost of {1}{R}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Firebending Student's mana cost of {1}{R} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Firebending Student has a mana value of 2.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Firebending Student's current oracle text is: "Prowess (Whenever you cast a noncreature spell, this creature gets +1/+1 until end of turn.) Firebending X, where X is this creature's power. (Whenever this creature attacks, add X {R}. This mana lasts until end of combat.)"

What is the current price of Firebending Student? Pricing

The current market price for Firebending Student is approximately $1.07 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $2.16 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €1.29 EUR.

Where can I buy Firebending Student? Pricing

You can purchase Firebending Student from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Firebending Student normal: $1.07 | foil: $2.16

Is Firebending Student legal in Standard? Legality

Firebending Student is Legal in Standard format.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Firebending Student legal in Modern? Legality

Firebending Student is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Firebending Student legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Firebending Student is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Firebending Student legal in Pioneer? Legality

Firebending Student is Legal in Pioneer format.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Firebending Student legal in Legacy? Legality

Firebending Student is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Firebending Student legal in Vintage? Legality

Firebending Student is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Firebending Student legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Firebending Student in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Firebending Student from? Details

This printing of Firebending Student is from TLA (TLA), with collector number 139.

Firebending Student may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Firebending Student's rarity? Details

Firebending Student is a rare card in TLA.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Firebending Student? Details

Firebending Student was illustrated by Kozato.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Firebending Student's power and toughness? Details

Firebending Student is a 1/2 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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