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King Macar, the Gold-Cursed is a rare Legendary Creature — Human Noble from JOU (JOU) costing {2}{B}{B}. Current price: $0.48 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed MTG card

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed

Legendary Creature — Human Noble

Card Text

Inspired — Whenever King Macar becomes untapped, you may exile target creature. If you do, create a Gold token. (It's an artifact with "Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.")

Card Stats

2/3 rare CMC: 4.0 JOU JOU 🎨 Greg Staples
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Prices updated: 2026-03-04
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Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is King Macar, the Gold-Cursed? Basics

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed is a Legendary Creature — Human Noble card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Inspired — Whenever King Macar becomes untapped, you may exile target creature. If you do, create a Gold token. (It's an artifact with "Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.")"

How much mana does King Macar, the Gold-Cursed cost to cast? Basics

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed has a mana cost of {2}{B}{B}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B 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.

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed's mana cost of {2}{B}{B} 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.

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed's current oracle text is: "Inspired — Whenever King Macar becomes untapped, you may exile target creature. If you do, create a Gold token. (It's an artifact with "Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.")"

What is the current price of King Macar, the Gold-Cursed? Pricing

The current market price for King Macar, the Gold-Cursed is approximately $0.48 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $6.5 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.62 EUR.

Where can I buy King Macar, the Gold-Cursed? Pricing

You can purchase King Macar, the Gold-Cursed 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.

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed normal: $0.48 | foil: $6.5

Is King Macar, the Gold-Cursed legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for King Macar, the Gold-Cursed in Standard is not available.

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

Is King Macar, the Gold-Cursed legal in Modern? Legality

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is King Macar, the Gold-Cursed legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed 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 King Macar, the Gold-Cursed legal in Pioneer? Legality

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is King Macar, the Gold-Cursed legal in Legacy? Legality

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is King Macar, the Gold-Cursed legal in Vintage? Legality

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed 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 King Macar, the Gold-Cursed legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for King Macar, the Gold-Cursed 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 King Macar, the Gold-Cursed from? Details

This printing of King Macar, the Gold-Cursed is from JOU (JOU), with collector number 74.

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is King Macar, the Gold-Cursed's rarity? Details

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed is a rare card in JOU.

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

Who illustrated King Macar, the Gold-Cursed? Details

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed was illustrated by Greg Staples.

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

What is King Macar, the Gold-Cursed's power and toughness? Details

King Macar, the Gold-Cursed is a 2/3 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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