Quick Answer

Rug of Smothering is a uncommon Artifact Creature — Construct from CLB (CLB) costing {3}. Current price: $0.54 USD. Legal in Commander.

Rug of Smothering MTG card

Rug of Smothering

Artifact Creature — Construct

Card Text

Flying Whenever a player casts a spell, they lose 1 life for each spell they've cast this turn.

"No, not an accessory to murder—I'm looking for an accessory *for* murder." —Nadja, Flaming Fist investigator

Card Stats

1/3 uncommon CMC: 3.0 CLB CLB 🎨 Ioannis Fiore
Flying

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Market Prices

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$0.54
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TCGPlayer
$1.96
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$1.29
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$2.49
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€0.56
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€0.89
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rug of Smothering? Basics

Rug of Smothering is a Artifact Creature — Construct card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying Whenever a player casts a spell, they lose 1 life for each spell they've cast this turn."

How much mana does Rug of Smothering cost to cast? Basics

Rug of Smothering has a mana cost of {3}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It is a colorless card and can be cast with any color of mana.

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.

Rug of Smothering's mana cost of {3} 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.

Rug of Smothering has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Rug of Smothering's current oracle text is: "Flying Whenever a player casts a spell, they lose 1 life for each spell they've cast this turn."

What is the current price of Rug of Smothering? Pricing

The current market price for Rug of Smothering is approximately $0.54 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.96 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.56 EUR.

Where can I buy Rug of Smothering? Pricing

You can purchase Rug of Smothering 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.

Rug of Smothering normal: $0.54 | foil: $1.96

Is Rug of Smothering legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Rug of Smothering in Standard is not available.

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

Is Rug of Smothering legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Rug of Smothering in Modern is not available.

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

Is Rug of Smothering legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Rug of Smothering 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 Rug of Smothering legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Rug of Smothering in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Rug of Smothering legal in Legacy? Legality

Rug of Smothering is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Rug of Smothering legal in Vintage? Legality

Rug of Smothering 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 Rug of Smothering legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Rug of Smothering 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 Rug of Smothering from? Details

This printing of Rug of Smothering is from CLB (CLB), with collector number 336.

Rug of Smothering may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Rug of Smothering's rarity? Details

Rug of Smothering is a uncommon card in CLB.

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

Who illustrated Rug of Smothering? Details

Rug of Smothering was illustrated by Ioannis Fiore.

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

What is Rug of Smothering's power and toughness? Details

Rug of Smothering is a 1/3 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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